Sump
Pronunciation: /ˈsʌmp/
Sump (noun)
- A part of an engine where oil collects before being pumped around.
- A low space where water gathers, often in a basement or under a building.
- A pit in a mine where water is collected and removed.
Examples
- The mechanic checked the sump for leaks.
- Oil dripped from the sump onto the garage floor.
Common collocations: check the sump, sump plug, sump gasket, sump pump, install a sump