Definition for Cistern:

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

Synonyms for Cistern:

• n.

  •
  • can,
  • bottle,
  • butt,
  • barrel,
  • bucket,
  • bath.
  •basin (noun)
  • basin,
  • tureen,
  • tub,
  • bathtub,
  • washtub,
  • sink,
  • tank,
  • bowl.
  •body (noun)
  • cisterna.
  •cistern (noun)
  • water tank.
  •container (noun)
  • alembic,
  • firkin,
  • canister,
  • jug.

Paraphrases for Cistern:

• Independent

  • Noun, singular or mass
    container, barrel, sink, basin.

• Other Related

  • Noun, singular or mass
    tank, reservoir, toilet, tanker, receptacle.

Hypernym for Cistern:

• n.

  • artifact
    sump, sink, cesspit, cesspool, rain barrel.

Hyponym for Cistern:

• n.

  • artifact
    pool, reservoir.
  • body
    sac.