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Generally refers to a large holding tank or other receptacle of liquid, usually water, kept in reserve until needed to augment an existing supply of the same liqiud.

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A reservoir is a large natural or artificial lake used to store water. It can be formed by damming a river or stream, and serves various purposes such as providing drinking water, irrigation, hydroelectric power generation, and recreation.

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