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- Dictionarycistern/ˈsɪstən/
noun
- 1. a tank for storing water, especially one supplying taps or as part of a flushing toilet.
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Artificial reservoirs for the storage of water, typically water-tight tanks in a high part of a building or underground
A cistern (from ; from, from 'box'; from 'basket') is a space excavated in bedrock or soil designed for catching and storing water. To prevent leakage, the interior of the cistern is often lined with hydraulic plaster. Cisterns are distinguished from wells by their waterproof linings. Modern cisterns range in capacity from a few litres to thousands of cubic metres, effectively forming covered rese... Wikipedia