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punnet

noun
pun·net | \ˈpə-nət \

Definition of punnet 

British

: a small basket for fruits or vegetables

First Known Use of punnet

circa 1822, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for punnet

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The first known use of punnet was circa 1822

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punnet

noun

English Language Learners Definition of punnet

: a small box that is used to hold soft fruits (such as strawberries and blueberries)

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