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planter

1 synonym for planter, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A container, often large and freestanding, used to hold plants.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

plantation owner

How to use planter

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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Etymology

From plant plus the agent suffix -er.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “planter” mean?
The word “planter” means a container, often large and freestanding, used to hold plants. In plain terms, a pot for plants, a farm machine for sowing, or (historically) someone who owned a plantation.
How do you pronounce “planter”?
“Planter” is pronounced PLAN-tuh (/ˈplæntə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “planter” in a sentence?
Here is “planter” used in a sentence: “She filled the wooden planter with herbs.”
What part of speech is “planter”?
“Planter” is a noun.
How many meanings does “planter” have?
“Planter” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a container, often large and freestanding, used to hold plants.

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