pellet
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Noun — A small, hard, compressed lump of material.
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Etymology
From Old French pelote ("small ball"), from Latin pila ("ball").
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What does “pellet” mean?
The word “pellet” means a small, hard, compressed lump of material. In plain terms, a small, compact lump of matter, or the act of forming something into one.
How do you pronounce “pellet”?
“Pellet” is pronounced PEHL-iht (/ˈpɛl.ɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “pellet” in a sentence?
Here is “pellet” used in a sentence: “She poured a scoop of feed pellets into the rabbit hutch.”
What part of speech is “pellet”?
Depending on how it is used, “pellet” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “pellet” come from?
The word “pellet” comes from Latin. From Old French pelote ("small ball"), from Latin pila ("ball").
How many meanings does “pellet” have?
“Pellet” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small, hard, compressed lump of material.