planter

noun

plant·​er ˈplan-tər How to pronounce planter (audio)
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1
: one that cultivates plants: such as
a(1)
: farmer
(2)
: one who owns or operates a plantation
b
: a planting machine or implement
2
: one who settles or founds a place and especially a new colony
3
: a container in which ornamental plants are grown

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She bought a planter to put on their deck. a wealthy South American planter
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Separate areas for lounging, dining and a drinks station, anchored by rugs, planter clusters or furniture changes, will become the default design brief. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Oct. 2026 Think about privacy with fencing, tall planters, bamboo screens or outdoor curtains, and factor in noise, drainage and level ground for anything with real weight like tubs or saunas. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026 With vines spilling out of planters on the railings, pots of foliage around the edges of the terrace, and even a miniature tree centerpiece on the outdoor table, this patio brings all the colors and textures of a home garden to the city. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2026 Tender Fuchsias Most fuchsias are tender hybrids that tolerate USDA Hardiness Zone 9 and warmer, are used as an annual in hanging planters or containers, and need to be brought indoors for winter. — Sarah Everett, The Spruce, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for planter

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of planter was in the 14th century

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planter

noun
plant·​er ˈplant-ər How to pronounce planter (audio)
1
: one that plants or cultivates
a mechanical corn planter
especially : a person who owns or operates a plantation
2
: a container in which ornamental plants are grown
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