reservoir
BrE /ˈrez.ə.vwɑː/ AmE /ˈriz.əˌvɔr/
noun en → es
a large artificial lake or tank for storing water, especially one that supplies a town with water.
embalse, depósito de agua
- the reservoir of something
Collocations reservoir of drinking water · reservoir of rainwater
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The town relies on the local reservoir for its supply of fresh water.
La ciudad depende del embalse local para su suministro de agua potable.
a store or source of something that can be used when needed.
reserva, depósito
- the reservoir of something
Collocations reservoir of energy · reservoir of knowledge
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He has a vast reservoir of patience.
Él tiene una gran reserva de paciencia.