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Definition basin in American English

basin noun

[countable] noun
/ˈbeɪs(ə)n/
1

a large area of land whose surface water all flows into a particular river or lake

Example

the Colorado River Basin

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1.1

an enclosed area of water where boats can be kept

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1.2

a large area of the Earth's surface that is lower than the surrounding area

Example

the Caribbean Basin

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2.1

a sink in a bathroom

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Definition basin in American English