flowerpot

noun

flow·​er·​pot ˈflau̇(-ə)r-ˌpät How to pronounce flowerpot (audio)
: a pot in which to grow plants

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From the old streetlights, flowerpots swung gently in the mist. — Ahmed Naji, The Dial, 18 Nov. 2025 For bulky items sitting on shelves, such as coolers or flowerpots, stick a label to the front of the shelf indicating their zone. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2026 The most common sources of standing water include trash bins, leaf piles, gutters, flowerpots, playgrounds and pet dishes. — Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 20 Apr. 2026 The auction will feature one-of-a-kind bird baths, bird feeders, wind chimes, flowerpots, lawn chairs, wind spinner and other lawn decorations. — Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for flowerpot

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First Known Use

1583, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of flowerpot was in 1583

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flowerpot

noun
flow·​er·​pot ˈflau̇(-ə)r-ˌpät How to pronounce flowerpot (audio)
: a pot in which to grow plants

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