basin — a bowl-shaped container, typically used for holding water
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a bowl-shaped container, typically used for holding water
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbeɪsn/
Example Sentences
- The cat knocked over the basin and water went everywhere.
- Scientists are studying the Amazon basin's ecosystem.
- She used an old basin as a flower pot in her garden.
basin
NOUN[/ˈbeɪsn/]
a bowl-shaped container, typically used for holding water
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Basin derives from Latin bacinum, meaning 'water vessel' or 'bowl'. The word originated from containers used by ancient Romans for bathing and washing purposes, reflecting the everyday utility of such domestic vessels in Roman life.
Breakdown
Latin bacinum (water vessel) → Old French bacin → Middle English basin, with the suffix -in/-in gradually evolving into the English -in/-basin form through Norman French influence.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The cat knocked over the basin and water went everywhere.”
“Scientists are studying the Amazon basin's ecosystem.”
“She used an old basin as a flower pot in her garden.”
“The barber filled the basin with hot water for shaving.”
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