English noun: cistern | |||
1. | cistern (body) a sac or cavity containing fluid especially lymph or cerebrospinal fluid | ||
Synonyms | cisterna | ||
Broader (hypernym) | sac | ||
2. | cistern (artifact) a tank that holds the water used to flush a toilet | ||
Synonyms | water tank | ||
Broader (hypernym) | storage tank, tank | ||
3. | cistern (artifact) an artificial reservoir for storing liquids; especially an underground tank for storing rainwater | ||
Broader (hypernym) | pool, reservoir | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | cesspit, cesspool, rain barrel, sink, sump | ||