Definition

A container or device used for growing plants, or a person who plants seeds or manages a plantation.

Example

The gardener placed the flowers in a beautiful planter on the patio.

Conversation

I just bought a new planter for my herbs.

That sounds great! What kind did you get?

It's a ceramic one with a nice design; I can't wait to fill it up.

Sounds perfect! Herbs always look good in a decorative planter.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Planter → It is formed from "plant" (from Old French *planter*, meaning to set in the ground) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A planter is a person who plants or sets something in the ground.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'sets' ('plant') something in the ground — the '-er' just means a person. A planter is someone who plants.

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