Pot

/pˈɒt/

/ˈpɑt/

Definicja i Znaczenie "pot"

Pot

RZECZOWNIK

garnek, słoik

a container which is round, deep, and typically made of metal, used for cooking

What is a "pot"?

A pot is a kitchen utensil used for cooking food by boiling, stewing, or simmering. It typically consists of a deep, round container with straight or slightly flared sides, a flat bottom, and two handles on either side for easy lifting and pouring. Pots come in various sizes and materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, cast iron, and ceramic, each offering different advantages for cooking. They are used for preparing a wide range of dishes, from soups, stews, and sauces to pasta, rice, and boiled vegetables.

Example

He boiled water in a pot for his morning tea.

The chef used a stainless steel pot to prepare the sauce.

She stirred the soup gently in the large pot on the stove.

nocnik, garnek

a portable or fixed plumbing fixture used for defecation and urination

Example

She cleaned the pot thoroughly after each use.

They kept a pot in the tent for emergencies during the camping trip.

The hospital room was equipped with a portable pot for patients ' convenience.

marihuana, trawka

a common street name for marijuana, a psychoactive drug derived from the Cannabis plant, used for recreational or medicinal purposes

Informal

Example

The smell of pot lingered in the air at the concert.

They discussed the effects of pot on mental health.

They were caught with a small amount of pot in their possession.

doniczka, pojemnik

a container, made of plastic or clay, that is mainly used to grow plants in

Example

Each pot on the windowsill contained a different herb, creating a mini kitchen garden.

The balcony was decorated with colorful flowers in various plastic pots.

He placed the seedling in a small pot filled with nutrient-rich soil.

garnek, naczynie

the amount or quantity contained within a pot, often referring to food or beverages that are cooked or prepared in such a container

Example

She cooked a pot of chili for the family dinner.

The recipe called for a pot of chicken soup to be made for the gathering.

He brewed a pot of coffee to kickstart his morning.

potencjometr, pot

a type of resistor with three terminals, including an adjustable center terminal, used to modify voltages in electronic devices such as radios and TV sets

Example

A faulty pot can cause issues with the volume control on a TV.

The engineer calibrated the pot to achieve the desired voltage level.

The radio 's tuning dial is connected to a pot for precise adjustments.

brzuch, mały brzuszek

Slang term for a protruding belly or paunch, often resulting from excessive eating or lack of exercise

Informal

Example

The actor joked about his pot, attributing it to his love for desserts.

She teased him about his pot, suggesting they both go on a diet.

He laughed it off, saying his pot was a sign of good living.

pula, pot

(poker) the total amount of money or chips wagered by players in a game, awarded to the winner

What is the "pot"?

In poker, the pot is the total amount of money or chips that players have bet during a hand. It starts with the initial blinds or antes and grows as players make their bets, raises, and calls throughout the betting rounds. The pot is won by the player who either has the best hand at the end of the game or who successfully bluffs other players into folding their hands. The pot is divided among the winners if there are multiple players with strong hands or in the case of a split pot.

Example

The pot grew larger with each round of betting.

After a heated round of betting, the pot was finally claimed by the player with the highest hand.

The players watched anxiously as the dealer collected bets into the pot.

duża kwota, zasoby

a large quantity or amount of something, often used in the context of money or resources

Example

They gathered a pot of donations for the charity event.

The investors pooled a pot of resources to launch the startup.

After years of hard work, they saved a pot of gold for their retirement.

wbicie, pot

the act of successfully hitting a ball into a pocket in pool and snooker

What is a "pot"?

A pot is the act of successfully hitting a ball into one of the pockets on a pool or snooker table. This is done by striking the ball with the cue ball in such a way that it travels into a designated pocket, usually after making contact with other balls on the table. Potting is a key skill in both games, and players aim to control the cue ball and position it for future shots while attempting to pot their target balls. Scoring depends on potting the correct balls in the right order, according to the game being played.

Example

Her skillful pot of the black ball clinched the victory.

His flawless pot of the red ball drew applause from the spectators.

The player ’s third consecutive pot demonstrated his exceptional talent.

to pot

CZASOWNIK

posadzić w doniczce, umieścić w doniczce

to place a plant in a container, made of plastic or clay, filled with fertilized soil

Example

They potted the flowers and arranged them on the patio for decoration.

She decided to pot the new herbs and place them on the kitchen windowsill.

He carefully potted the cactus, making sure not to hurt its roots.