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pothole

Syllabification: (pot·hole)
Pronunciation: /ˈpätˌhōl/

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Definition of pothole

noun

  • a deep natural underground cavity formed by the erosion of rock, especially by the action of water.
  • a deep circular hole in a riverbed formed by the erosion of the rock by the rotation of stones in an eddy.
  • a depression or hollow in a road surface caused by wear or subsidence.
  • (also pothole lake) a pond in a natural hollow in the ground.

Derivatives

potholed

adjective

Origin:

early 19th century: from Middle English pot 'pit' (perhaps of Scandinavian origin) + hole

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