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Pronunciation: /pɒt/
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Definition of pot

noun

  • 1a shot aimed at someone or something; a potshot: my friends had a pot at the occasional rabbit
  • 2(chiefly in rugby) an attempt to score a goal with a kick.

verb (pots, potting, potted)

[with object]
  • score (a goal): the English Lion potted two penalties of his own

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