BASIN

Definition of BASIN

  1. (noun)a bowl-shaped vessel; usually used for holding food or liquids
  2. (noun)the quantity that a basin will hold
  3. (noun)a natural depression in the surface of the land often with a lake at the bottom of it
  4. (noun)the entire geographical area drained by a river and its tributaries; an area characterized by all runoff being conveyed to the same outlet
  5. (noun)a bathroom sink that is permanently installed and connected to a water supply and drainpipe; where you can wash your hands and face