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dabhach — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • pond noun A small body of still water, smaller than a lake, whether natural or artificial.
  • pool noun A small body of still water, or a purpose-built structure for swimming.
  • tub noun A round, open container, usually wider than it is tall, used for holding or washing things.
  • vat noun A large container, typically used for holding or processing liquids such as wine, beer, or dye.
  • waterhole noun A natural pool or hollow where water collects, especially one animals visit to drink.

Senses

dabhach is used for these senses in English:

  • pond An inland body of standing water, either natural or man-made, that is smaller than a lake.
  • pool Any small body of standing or stagnant water; a puddle.
  • tub A flat-bottomed vessel, of width similar to or greater than its height, used for storing or packing things, or for washing things in.
  • vat A large tub, such as is used for making wine or for tanning.
  • waterhole A depression in which water collects, especially one where wild animals come to drink.

pond — full definition

  1. noun A small body of still water, smaller than a lake, whether natural or artificial.
  2. name Informal shorthand for the Atlantic Ocean, especially in phrases like "across the pond."

pool — full definition

  1. noun A small body of still water, or a purpose-built structure for swimming.
  2. noun A shared supply of money, resources, or people available for a common purpose.
  3. verb To combine resources or money for a shared purpose.
  4. noun A cue sport played on a table with 15 numbered balls, popular in bars and clubs.

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