kettle

Meanings

• noun

  A large open container with a spout and handles, used to heat and boil water or other liquids.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkɛ.təl/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈkɛ.təl/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

teakettle

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with kettle
jettle , fettle , lettle

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Variants

List of all variants of kettle that leads to same result
kettle , kettles , kettled , kettling , kettlings , kettle chip , kettle of fish , kettles of fish

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Etymology

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Old English cetel, from Proto-Germanic *kettal- (related to kettle-drum).

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Trivia

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1. A kettle was once used as a unit of measurement for liquids, specifically for beer.

2. The first electric kettle was invented in 1927 by Russell Hughes.

3. In some cultures, it is considered bad luck to pour tea from a full kettle.

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Related Concepts

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1. teapot: A type of kettle specifically designed for making tea.

2. whistling kettle: A kettle that whistles when the water reaches boiling point.

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Culture

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The kettle has been a staple in homes for centuries, used for making tea, coffee, and hot water for various purposes. In literature, the kettle is often used as a symbol of comfort and warmth. In art, there are various depictions of kettles in paintings and sculptures.

How to Memorize "kettle"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, round, metal container with a spout and two handles. Visualize the water being heated inside the kettle and the steam rising as it reaches boiling point.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the kettle with the comforting smell of brewing tea or coffee, or with the sound of a whistling kettle.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Kettle, Kettle, Boil and Scoot' to remember that the kettle is used for boiling water.

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