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| basin |
the quantity contained by a basin. [1/6 definitions] |
| bathtub |
a large basin in which a person can sit and bathe. |
| bidet |
a low, basin-shaped fixture, found esp. in France, used for washing the genital and anal areas. |
| birdbath |
a basin for wild birds to bathe in, often an ornamental structure manufactured for this purpose. |
| cirque |
a circular basin or hollow in an upper end of a mountain valley sometimes containing a pond. |
| dry dock |
a basin-shaped dock that holds a ship and that can be drained or lifted to expose the ship's hull for cleaning or repairs. |
| font1 |
a basin or other receptacle that holds holy water, such as that used for baptizing people. [1/3 definitions] |
| interbasin |
combined form of basin. |
| lavatory |
a basin or bowl for washing or bathing, esp. one with running water. [1/3 definitions] |
| laver1 |
a large basin used for ceremonial bathing in ancient Hebrew rites. |
| sink |
a fixed basin connected to a water supply and a drainage pipe. [1/11 definitions] |
| sitz bath |
a chairlike tub or basin used for bathing the hips and buttocks. |
| subbasin |
combined form of basin. |
| uakari monkey |
any of several species of medium-sized, tree-dwelling monkeys with long fur and bald heads that inhabit the Amazon Basin. |
| washbasin |
a basin to hold water for use in washing one's hands and face or small articles of clothing. |
| washbowl |
a basin to hold water for use in washing one's hands and face or small articles of clothing; washbasin. |
| washstand |
a movable table or cabinet used to hold a pitcher and basin for washing the hands and face. [1/2 definitions] |
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