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- [ses-pool]
- /ˈsɛsˌpul/
- /ˈses.pɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ses-pool]
- /ˈsɛsˌpul/
Definitions of cesspool word
- countable noun cesspool A cesspool is the same as a cesspit. 3
- noun cesspool a covered cistern, etc, for collecting and storing sewage or waste water 3
- noun cesspool a filthy or corrupt place 3
- noun cesspool a deep hole or pit in the ground, usually covered, to receive drainage or sewage from the sinks, toilets, etc. of a house 3
- noun cesspool a center of moral corruption 3
- noun cesspool a cistern, well, or pit for retaining the sediment of a drain or for receiving the sewage from a house. 1
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Origin of cesspool
First appearance:
before 1575 One of the 34% oldest English words
1575-85; cess (< Italian cesso privy < Latin rēcessus recess, place of retirement) + pool1
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Parts of speech for Cesspool
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cesspool popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
cesspool usage trend in Literature
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