Meaning of the word reservoirs in English
What does reservoirs mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
reservoirs
US /ˈrɛz.ər.vwɑrz/
UK /ˈrɛz.ə.vwɑːz/
Plural Noun
1.
large natural or artificial lakes used as a source of water supply
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The city's water supply comes from several large reservoirs.
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During the drought, the reservoirs were at dangerously low levels.
2.
a supply or source of something
Example:
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His vast knowledge serves as a reservoir of information for the team.
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The human body has natural reservoirs of fat for energy storage.
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