Main Entry: pot·hole

Pronunciation: \ˈpät-ˌhōl\

Function: noun

Date: 1826

1 a : a circular hole formed in the rocky bed of a river by the grinding action of stones or gravel whirled round by the water b : a sizable rounded often water-filled depression in land
2 : a pot-shaped hole in a road surface
3 : a usually minor difficulty or setback <hit a pothole in her comeback attempt>

— pot·holed \-ˌhōld\ adjective