Pit that collects waste (4)

I believe the answer is:

sump

(Other definitions for sump that I've seen before include "Cesspool" , "Oil store" , "Crankcase reservoir" , "Hole collecting water for pump" , "Water collector" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.

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