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What is another word for Tank? – 133 Tank Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    reservoir container cistern vessel barrel drum cylinder holder receptacle storage vat silo bunker fuel tank water tank septic tank aquarium pool tub basin bucket pail jug canister carboy hogshead tankard containerization vesselization

    Meaning of Tank

    A large container for holding liquids or gases.

    Definitions

    • A large, typically cylindrical container for holding liquids or gases, especially one used for storing fuel or water.
    • * A heavily armored fighting vehicle, typically with caterpillar tracks and a rotating turret.
    • * A person who is very strong or impressive in a particular activity or field.

    Etymology of Tank

    The word "tank" originated in the late 17th century, from the Gujarati word "tanka", meaning "cistern" or "reservoir", which was borrowed into English during the British colonial period in India.
    The term "tank" was initially used to refer to a pool or reservoir, and later extended to include other types of containers, such as fuel tanks and water tanks.
    The military sense of the word "tank" emerged during World War I, when armored vehicles were first used on the battlefield.

    Example Uses

    • The water tank on the roof of the building was leaking.
    • * The army deployed a tank to support the infantry.
    • * He's a tank on the football field, always pushing through the opposition.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    emptiness hollowness vacancy void nothingness absence smallness compactness miniaturization emptier hollow vacant void small compact miniature tiny little puny weak fragile delicate dainty shallow superficial

    Related Nouns

    container vessel reservoir cistern barrel drum cylinder holder receptacle storage bunker aquarium pool tub basin bucket pail jug canister carboy hogshead tankard armor vehicle machinery engine fuel water liquid gas

    Related Verbs

    contain hold store fill empty drain pump supply replenish refill charge discharge fuel power drive operate maneuver navigate command control destroy demolish

    Related Adjectives

    large cylindrical armored heavily armored powerful strong impressive formidable fierce robust sturdy solid compact miniature small tiny little fragile delicate dainty shallow superficial empty hollow vacant void