1. plural of basin; wide, round containers used for holding water or other liquids
2. plural of basin; natural or artificial areas where water collects, such as river basins or drainage areas
Usage: geography
3. plural of basin; low-lying areas of land surrounded by higher ground
Usage: geology

Examples

• The nurse filled several basins with warm water for the patients.
• She placed the ceramic basins on the kitchen counter to dry.
• The Amazon and Mississippi river basins are among the world’s largest.
• These mountain basins collect rainwater throughout the year.
• The geologist studied sediment layers in the ancient basins.
• Oil deposits were discovered in the sedimentary basins.
• The basins were carved out by glacial activity millions of years ago.