reservoir
Plural
reservoirs
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a lake, either natural or artificial, from which water is supplied to houses
- The city's reservoir, nestled in the hills, stores water from nearby rivers and supplies it to thousands of homes.
- Engineers constructed a massive reservoir by damming the river, creating a reliable water source for the region.
- Fishermen enjoy the recreational opportunities provided by the reservoir, known for its abundant fish population.
- The city's reservoir provides a reliable source of drinking water for its residents, ensuring a constant supply even during dry periods.
- Environmentalists monitor the reservoir's water quality to ensure it meets health standards for both wildlife and human consumption.
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any organism or substance in which an infectious agent normally lives and multiplies
- Bats are natural reservoirs for certain viruses.
- The waterfowl acted as a reservoir for avian influenza.
- Humans can serve as a reservoir for some bacterial infections.
- The pathogen persists in its reservoir without causing symptoms.
- The study traced the disease back to its animal reservoir.
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a large container or storage tank used for collecting and holding water or other fluids
- The municipality constructed a reservoir to store water for the city's growing population.
- The reservoir's capacity allowed it to hold millions of gallons of water for use during dry seasons.
- Engineers monitored the level of water in the reservoir to ensure it remained at optimal levels for distribution.
- A leak in the reservoir required immediate repairs to prevent water loss and maintain supply to nearby communities.
- The reservoir's strategic location facilitated the efficient distribution of water to various neighborhoods across the region.
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a supply of something intangible that can be drawn on when needed
- She had a reservoir of patience when dealing with difficult clients.
- He drew from a reservoir of experience during the negotiation.
- The library holds a reservoir of knowledge accumulated over centuries.
- The medicine provides a reservoir of relief for patients.
- The team tapped into a reservoir of creativity to solve the problem.