holding tank
A 'holding tank' is a versatile storage container primarily used for temporary storage of various materials, particularly in sanitation and industrial contexts.
Definition
B2Industry
(technical)A container used to store debris or waste materials collected during industrial processes, such as hydro excavation.
Example
- The holding tank on the vacuum truck was full of slurry from the excavation site.
B2Sanitation
(technical)A large container used to store household sewage or wastewater temporarily until it can be emptied by a septic contractor.
Example
- In rural areas without sewer systems, homes often rely on holding tanks for wastewater management.
B2Law Enforcement
(informal)A temporary detention facility for individuals awaiting processing or transfer.
Example
- The suspect was placed in a holding tank until the paperwork was completed.
B1General
(general)A large container used for temporarily storing liquids or materials.
Example
- The fish were kept in a holding tank before being transferred to the main pond.
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