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English noun: cistern

1. cistern (body) a sac or cavity containing fluid especially lymph or cerebrospinal fluid


Synonymscisterna


Broader (hypernym)sac

2. cistern (artifact) a tank that holds the water used to flush a toilet


Synonymswater 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









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