1
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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The colorful evergreen foliage provides a warm winter welcome in porch planters and makes a statement in patio pots all year long.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2025
The interior’s curved picture windows, balusters, and organic forms are mirrored outside in the ribbon-like planters of staggered height that both add dynamism to the terrace landscaping and also preserve privacy.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2025
My other favorite picks include a Lululemon baseball hat that’s perfect for workouts and casual outfits, as well as this super pretty planter that’s perfect for the gardening guru in your friend group.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
The 36-inch tree comes pre-lit with 50 lights and sits in a farmhouse chic planter box that’s great for small spaces.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2025
The interior’s curved picture windows, balusters, and organic forms are mirrored outside in the ribbon-like planters of staggered height that both add dynamism to the terrace landscaping and also preserve privacy.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2025
My other favorite picks include a Lululemon baseball hat that’s perfect for workouts and casual outfits, as well as this super pretty planter that’s perfect for the gardening guru in your friend group.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025
The 36-inch tree comes pre-lit with 50 lights and sits in a farmhouse chic planter box that’s great for small spaces.
—Ali Faccenda, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025
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“Planter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planter. Accessed 15 Dec. 2025.
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planter
noun
plant·er
ˈplant-ər 
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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