pot

pot · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A round container, typically made of metal or ceramic, used for cooking.

  2. 2.

    A container used for growing plants, typically made of clay or plastic.

  3. 3.

    (informal) The total amount of money bet in a card game.

  4. 4.

    (slang) Cannabis or marijuana.

Forms

plural: pots

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    pot calling the kettle black — accusing someone of a fault you have yourself
  • •
    go to pot — to deteriorate or decline
  • •
    pot luck — a meal where guests bring dishes to share; also, taking whatever is available
  • •
    a watched pot never boils — time seems to pass slowly when waiting

Related words

See also: container, kettle, pan, vessel
Synonyms: container, pan, vessel

Etymology

From Old English pott ("pot, vessel"), from Late Latin pottus ("drinking cup"), of uncertain origin, possibly from Celtic.