Pot
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British pronunciation/pˈɒt/
American pronunciation/ˈpɑt/

Definition & Meaning of "pot"

Pot
01

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

pot definition and meaning

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.

02

a portable or fixed plumbing fixture used for defecation and urination

pot definition and meaning
03

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

pot definition and meaning
InformalInformal
04

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

05

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

06

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

07

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

InformalInformal
08

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

09

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

10

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

to pot
01

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

02

to gently cook the food in a liquid or fat until it becomes tender and easily flaked or shredded

pot

n

potable

adj

potable

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potage

n

potage

n

pottage

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pottage

n
example
Example
The chef used a stainless steel pot to prepare the sauce.
He boiled water in a pot for his morning tea.
She stirred the soup gently in the large pot on the stove.
They cooked pasta in a big pot, adding salt to the boiling water.
The recipe called for simmering the stew in a heavy-bottomed pot.
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