tinaja

/tiˈnaxə/ or /tiˈnjɑː/ (US) or /tiːˈnɑːhə/ (UK)

Definitions

1. noun

a natural rock basin or hollow in a rocky area, especially one that collects and stores water

“The hikers discovered a tinaja that served as a natural water source on their trek through the desert.”

Synonyms

  • cistern
  • fountain
  • spring

Antonyms

  • cesspool
  • drain