cistern

/ˈsɪs.tən//ˈsɪs.tɚn/

noun

  1. 1

    A reservoir or tank for holding water, especially for catching and holding rainwater for later use.

  2. 2

    In a flush toilet, the container in which the water used for flushing is held; a toilet tank.

  3. 3

    A cisterna.

  4. 4

    The vessel surrounding the condenser in a steam engine.

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