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Kettle
01
a container with a handle, lid, and spout that is used for boiling water
02
a large hemispherical brass or copper percussion instrument with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting the tension on it
03
(geology) a hollow (typically filled by a lake) that results from the melting of a mass of ice trapped in glacial deposits
04
the quantity a kettle will hold
Example
A thermocouple monitors the temperature of the water in the kettle.
To enjoy your tea, you can hot up the water in the kettle.
Starting a new business is another kettle of fish from running an established business.
Managing a large team of employees is a different kettle of fish from managing a small team.
Raising a teenager is a different kettle of fish from raising a young child.