as in basin
a steep-sided hollow without surface drainage especially in a deposit of glacial drift
Related Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of kettle
The centuries-old pot-kettle idiom points out hypocrisy — as when one person accuses another of a flaw that afflicts himself.
—
Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
The hot mixture for Dillon Candy Company’s pecan or peanut brittle is poured from a copper kettle onto the candy tables and then stretched by hand so the pieces are extra thin.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 22 Mar. 2026
Those who purchased tickets received 14 one-ounce pours as well as a commemorative wine glass and a small snack tray with a lanyard holding it, and a bag of kettle corn.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Pour-over takes more work and, to do it well, really demands a gooseneck kettle to control your water pouring.
—Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for kettle
Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
The hot mixture for Dillon Candy Company’s pecan or peanut brittle is poured from a copper kettle onto the candy tables and then stretched by hand so the pieces are extra thin.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 22 Mar. 2026
Those who purchased tickets received 14 one-ounce pours as well as a commemorative wine glass and a small snack tray with a lanyard holding it, and a bag of kettle corn.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2026
Pour-over takes more work and, to do it well, really demands a gooseneck kettle to control your water pouring.
—Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for kettle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for kettle
Noun
-
During periods of high sea levels, salt water flooded into the basin between North and South America and formed a shallow sea where algae thrived.—
Jeffrey Marlow,
New Yorker,
5 Apr. 2026
-
Six rooms are designated as accessible, fitted with basins and beds at an accessible height.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
-
Its rider leaned low over the saddle, carrying a bag packed with 49 letters and 5 telegrams.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 Apr. 2026
-
Dubbed Tranquility, the bedframe has a soft leather headboard and footboard, with saddle-stitch detailing reminiscent of fine tailoring.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
New Yorkers have called in some 23,000 pothole complaints so far in 2026 — the largest year-over-year increase on record, the Post reported.—
Brendan Ruberry,
semafor.com,
29 Mar. 2026
-
The department monitors older pavement in an effort to be proactive, but pothole reports from residents help identify trouble areas faster.—
Caden Perry,
jsonline.com,
24 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Kettle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kettle. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
