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reservatory


Meanings
  • noun

    A large artificial or natural container for storing water or other liquids, especially for public supply.

  • noun

    A place where something, especially a resource, is kept for future use.


Variants
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reservation , reservationist , reservationists , reservations
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'reservare' meaning 'to keep, preserve, or store'.


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  1. The largest artificial reservoir in the world is the Aswan High Dam in Egypt, which has a capacity of over 160 cubic kilometers.

  2. The term 'reservoir' can also be used metaphorically to describe a person who is able to store and recall a large amount of information.


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  1. Dam: A reservoir is often created by building a dam across a river or other body of water.

  2. Water storage: Reservoirs are used for storing large amounts of water for various purposes.

  3. Hydroelectric power: Reservoirs can be used to generate hydroelectric power by using the energy of falling water to turn turbines.


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Reservatories have been used for various purposes throughout history, including irrigation, flood control, and water supply for cities. In literature, the term 'reservoir' has been used metaphorically to describe a source of inspiration or a store of knowledge.

How to Memorize "reservatory"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a large, round container filled with water.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'reservoir' with the word 'reserve' to remember that it is a place where something is kept for future use.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the word 'reservoir' by thinking of the word 'reserve' and adding the suffix '-oir' to mean a container or holder.


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