planter

noun

plant·​er ˈplan-tər 

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

Synonyms of planter

• farmer

Examples of planter in a Sentence

She bought a planter to put on their deck.

a wealthy South American planter

Recent Examples on the Web

The planter, which is offered in five colors and three sizes, is made with durable steel that won’t corrode when it’s left outside. —Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026

They won’t be planted in the ground but instead will be in planters. —Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2026

Instead of sleek, metal planters, look for natural stone and terra cotta options. —Kelley Bruss, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026

This faux fern set can be styled in hanging baskets or planters. —Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 26 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing planter

• planter's punch

Rhymes for planter

• banter
• canter
• cantor
• chanter
• granter
• grantor
• plantar
• tranter
• decanter
• enchanter
• trochanter

Kids Definition

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