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reservoir

/ˈrɛzɪvɔːr/ noun · British & US
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What does reservoir mean?

noun

A natural lake or a man-made container for storing water, often used for irrigation, drinking water, or hydroelectric power.

Example

"The dam created a large reservoir that supplied water to the entire city."

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