Synonyms of BASINS

noun

1. a bowl-shaped vessel; usually used for holding food or liquids

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2. the quantity that a basin will hold

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   • BASINFUL13

3. a natural depression in the surface of the land often with a lake at the bottom of it

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4. the entire geographical area drained by a river and its tributaries; an area characterized by all runoff being conveyed to the same outlet

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   • WATERSHED16

   Also: river basin, drainage basin, catchment area, catchment basin, drainage area.

5. a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face

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   • BASIN7
   • WASHBOWL19
   • WASHSTAND16
   • LAVATORY14