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CISTERN

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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Cistern.

How to pronounce cistern:

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Cistern - as a noun

A sac or cavity containing fluid especially lymph or cerebrospinal fluid

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cisterna

A tank that holds the water used to flush a toilet

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
water tank

An artificial reservoir for storing liquids; especially an underground tank for storing rainwater

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
poolreservoir
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The cistern leaked water all over the basement."
"The old farmhouse had a cistern for collecting rainwater."
"The village relied on the cistern for their water supply."
"The cistern was filled with fresh rainwater."
"A pump was used to extract water from the cistern."
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Word Game Points

Is CISTERN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, cistern is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CISTERN has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is CISTERN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, cistern is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CISTERN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is CISTERN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, cistern is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CISTERN has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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