pottering

Meanings

• Verb

  Engaging in small tasks or hobbies, often without a clear goal or purpose, typically in a leisurely and unhurried manner.

  - "I like to spend my afternoons pottering in the garden."
  - "My grandmother enjoys pottering in the kitchen, trying out new recipes."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pottering
boring , warning , storing , snoring

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Variants

List of all variants of pottering that leads to same result
potter , pottered , potterer , potterers , pottering , potteringly , potters

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to operate a potter's wheel'. The modern sense developed in the late 19th century.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'pottering' first appeared in print in the late 19th century.

2. The word 'potter' comes from the Old French word 'potier', meaning 'pot maker'.

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Related Concepts

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1. hobby: Pottering can be considered a type of hobby, as it involves engaging in small tasks or activities for pleasure.

2. mindfulness: Pottering can be a mindful activity, as it encourages focus on the present moment and the task at hand.

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Culture

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Pottering is often associated with retirement or leisure time. It can also be seen as a therapeutic activity, helping to reduce stress and anxiety.

How to Memorize "pottering"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself engaged in a small task, such as gardening or knitting, in a relaxed and unhurried manner.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pottering' with relaxation and leisure time.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'Pottering is Pleasurable, Therapeutic, and Relaxing'.

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