cauldron
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for cauldron, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large round pot used for boiling liquids over a fire.
Synonyms
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How to use cauldron
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Etymology
From Old Northern French caudron, from Late Latin caldaria ("cooking pot"), from Latin caldus ("hot"). Related to "chowder" and "caldera."
Full origin of cauldron →Frequently asked questions
What does “cauldron” mean?
The word “cauldron” means a large round pot used for boiling liquids over a fire. In plain terms, a big cooking pot, or figuratively, a highly volatile situation.
How do you pronounce “cauldron”?
“Cauldron” is pronounced KAWL-druhn (/ˈkɔːl.dɹən/ in IPA).
How do you use “cauldron” in a sentence?
Here is “cauldron” used in a sentence: “The witch stirred a bubbling cauldron in the story.”
What part of speech is “cauldron”?
“Cauldron” is a noun.
Where does the word “cauldron” come from?
The word “cauldron” comes from Late Latin. From Old Northern French caudron, from Late Latin caldaria ("cooking pot"), from Latin caldus ("hot"). Related to "chowder" and "caldera.".
How many meanings does “cauldron” have?
“Cauldron” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large round pot used for boiling liquids over a fire.