Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stowp
noun
/stoʊp/
Definition
A large basin for holding water, used for washing or drawing water; a type of water storage container.
Examples
- After a long day on the farm, he washed his hands in the stowp before entering the house.
- The villagers would gather around the stowp to exchange news and share stories.
Meaning
In traditional usage, ‘stowp’ refers to a stone or earthenware vessel that is often found at the entrance of homes or in public places for people to wash their hands or store water.
Synonyms
- basin
- fountain
- vat
