ciseán — meaning in English

English meaning

• basket noun A container, typically woven from cane, wicker, or plastic, used for carrying or holding things.
• hamper noun A large basket with a lid, used to carry or store items such as laundry or food.

Senses

ciseán is used for these senses in English:

• basket A lightweight container, generally round, open at the top, and tapering toward the bottom.
• hamper A large basket, usually with a cover, used for the packing and carrying of articles or small animals.

basket — full definition

1. noun A container, typically woven from cane, wicker, or plastic, used for carrying or holding things.
2. noun In basketball, the hoop and net that players aim to score through.

hamper — full definition

1. noun A large basket with a lid, used to carry or store items such as laundry or food.
2. verb To slow down or get in the way of someone's progress.

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