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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Hundreds of slaves built and staffed the plantation for the family of prominent Louisiana planter John Hampden Randolph. Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 17 May 2025 Please buy yourself some real indoor planters to go outside your bed. Caroline Framke, Vulture, 16 May 2025 Even something as simple as hanging planters, or using colorful potted plants on staircases and balconies can make a huge impact. Eleni N. Gage, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2025 Hayes suggested moving those planters outside or using a treatment on the soil to get rid of the pests. Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for planter

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 23 May. 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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