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cuve — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • tank noun A large container built to hold a liquid or gas.
  • vat noun A large container, typically used for holding or processing liquids such as wine, beer, or dye.

Senses

cuve is used for these senses in English:

  • tank An open container or pool for storing water or other liquids.
  • vat A large tub, such as is used for making wine or for tanning.

tank — full definition

  1. noun A large container built to hold a liquid or gas.
  2. noun A heavy armoured military vehicle that moves on tracks and carries powerful weapons.
  3. verb To fail suddenly and badly, especially used of an economy, market, or performance.
  4. verb In team games, to deliberately draw an opponent's attacks so teammates can act more safely.
  5. verb To deliberately lose a game or match on purpose, usually for some future advantage.

vat — full definition

  1. noun A large container, typically used for holding or processing liquids such as wine, beer, or dye.
  2. verb To put something into a vat, or to blend liquids together in one.

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