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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Celebrating the progress made and giving thanks, block party attendees watched the unveiling of two sculptures created by artist Kenya Moffett-Garner — two massive sculpted planters, featuring a man and woman and filled with flowers.
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Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025
If your outdoor space is in need of some TLC, now is your time to load up on decorative planters, string lights, and patio furniture sets — Amazon’s Fourth of July sale is on with patio and garden deals for up to 54 percent off.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 4 July 2025
Keep scrolling for more finds, including wicker planters, patio umbrellas, and easy-to-clean rugs.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025
The early plans call for work on the public right of way along Disneyland Drive and Katella Avenue on sidewalks, curbs, gutters, trees, planters, landscaping, irrigation and fencing.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 26 June 2025
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Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 6 July 2025
If your outdoor space is in need of some TLC, now is your time to load up on decorative planters, string lights, and patio furniture sets — Amazon’s Fourth of July sale is on with patio and garden deals for up to 54 percent off.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 4 July 2025
Keep scrolling for more finds, including wicker planters, patio umbrellas, and easy-to-clean rugs.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025
The early plans call for work on the public right of way along Disneyland Drive and Katella Avenue on sidewalks, curbs, gutters, trees, planters, landscaping, irrigation and fencing.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 26 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for planter
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“Planter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planter. Accessed 13 Jul. 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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