A receptacle for fluids.
- emesis b., kidney b. a shallow b. of curved, kidney-shaped design, used to collect body fluids or as a container for various other liquids.
- pus b. a receptacle curved so as to fit closely the surface to which it is applied, used to receive the pus from a wound during drainage, cleansing, and/or redressing.
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ba·sin 'bās-ən n
1) an open usu. circular vessel with sloping or curving sides used typically for holding water for washing
2) the quantity contained in a basin
Medical dictionary. 2011.