"Cesspool" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A cesspool is a type of large underground container, typically made of brick, concrete, or ceramic, that collects and holds human waste and other liquid waste material, often for a short period before being removed or emptied. In modern times, cesspools are often replaced with sewage systems that connect to a municipal sewer line, but in some areas, especially rural or remote areas, cesspools remain a common method of sewage disposal. The term "cesspool" can also be used metaphorically to describe a place or situation that is morbid, dirty, or unpleasant.