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Sump Definition & Meaning

sump
noun
  1. an oil reservoir in an internal combustion engine
  2. a well or other hole in which water has collected
  3. a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it

"Sump" in song lyrics

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  • "50 gal sump"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what is a sump"
    AOL — AOL
  • "radon sump"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does sump mean?
an oil reservoir in an internal combustion engine a well or other hole in which water has collected a covered cistern; waste water and sewage flow into it
What part of speech is sump?
Sump is a noun.
How many definitions does sump have?
Sump has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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