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pot

 
 
pronunciation:
pat
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a deep round container made of metal, glass, or clay, used for cooking food.
 
similar words:
kettle, pan, saucepan
definition 2: the contents of such a container.
We ate a pot of stew for dinner.
definition 3: any of various similar containers that are somewhat deep and round, often made out of clay.
She is growing flowers in several pots on her porch.
 
similar words:
container, receptacle, vessel
 
part of speech: verb
inflections: pots, potting, potted
definition: to put into a pot.
The gardener dug up the plants and potted them.
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