planter

noun

plant·​er ˈplan-tər How to pronounce planter (audio)
1
: one that cultivates plants: such as
a(1)
: farmer
(2)
: one who owns or operates a plantation
b
: a planting machine or implement
2
: one who settles or founds a place and especially a new colony
3
: a container in which ornamental plants are grown

Examples of planter in a Sentence

She bought a planter to put on their deck. a wealthy South American planter
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of planter was in the 14th century

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“Planter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planter. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

planter

noun
plant·​er ˈplant-ər How to pronounce planter (audio)
1
: one that plants or cultivates
a mechanical corn planter
especially : a person who owns or operates a plantation
2
: a container in which ornamental plants are grown

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