reservoir
/ˈrɛzərvwɑr/
noun
- A natural or artificial lake where water is stored for use.
- After the heavy rains, the reservoir reached its highest level in years.
- The city gets its drinking water from a large reservoir in the mountains.
- They went fishing at the reservoir behind the dam.
- A large supply or store of something (such as knowledge, energy, or resources).
- She has a deep reservoir of patience when teaching young children.
- His years of experience gave him a rich reservoir of stories to tell.
- The country's reservoir of oil will last for decades.
- A part of a machine or device that holds a liquid or gas.
- Check the windshield washer fluid reservoir before a long trip.
- The humidifier has a removable water reservoir for easy cleaning.
- The printer's ink reservoir needs to be refilled.