The difference between Piscina and Washbasin

When used as nouns, piscina means a drained basin near a church's altar for the disposal of water from liturgical ablutions, whereas washbasin means a basin used for washing, particularly a permanently installed sink, fitted with a water supply and a drain, in which one may wash one's hands and face.


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  1. Piscina as a noun:

    A drained basin near a church's altar for the disposal of water from liturgical ablutions.

  2. Piscina as a noun:

    A basin or tank, especially one for holding fishes or for growing aquatic plants.

  1. Washbasin as a noun:

    A basin used for washing, particularly a permanently installed sink, fitted with a water supply and a drain, in which one may wash one's hands and face.