What does BASIN mean?

Basin 1. Parts of Speech: Noun 2. Definitions: A wide, round, open container for holding liquids, especially water.
A large or deep bowl used for washing, typically one attached to a wall and with taps for hot and cold water.
A natural depression on the earths surface, typically containing water. 3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈbeɪsən/
UK: /ˈbeɪs(ə)n/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "basin" comes from the Old French word "bacin", which means a basin or bowl. It has been used in English since the 13th century. Basins are commonly used for washing hands and faces, as well as for holding water or other liquids. In geography, a basin is a natural depression on the earths surface that can hold water. 5. Synonyms: Bowl, dish, receptacle, container, reservoir. 6. Related Words: Babel, bairn, bison, blain, brain. 7. Example Sentences: - She filled the basin with warm water and began to wash her face. - The bathroom had a sink and a basin for washing hands. - The Great Basin in the western United States is a large, arid region.