kettle
|ket-tle|
A2
/ˈkɛtəl/
boiling container
Etymology
Etymology Information
'kettle' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cytel,' where 'cytel' meant 'a vessel for boiling.'
Historical Evolution
'cytel' changed from the Old Norse word 'ketill' and eventually became the modern English word 'kettle'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a vessel for boiling,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a container or device in which water is boiled, having a lid, spout, and handle; used for making tea or other hot drinks.
She filled the kettle with water and set it on the stove.
Synonyms
teapotboiler
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39