tank

/tˈæŋk/

/ˈtæŋk/

Tank

an extremely heavy armored vehicle mounted with guns and a large barrel

a container that holds the fuel of a vehicle, etc.

a large (usually metallic) vessel for holding gases or liquids

a freight car that transports liquids or gases in bulk

synonyms : tank car

a cell for violent prisoners

synonyms : cooler

as much as a tank will hold

synonyms : tankful

a character or role in a game that has high durability and is designed to absorb damage and protect other members of the team

to tank

MAIN VERB

treat in a tank

consume excessive amounts of alcohol

store in a tank by causing (something) to flow into it

to totally fail, particularly financially

Examples

1. The tank takes 50 liters.

2. We need to fill the gas tank before going on a long trip.

3. Disconnect the pipe leading from the top of the water tank.

4. Shares subsequently tanked.