# pottle

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈpɒtəl/

## Definitions
1. A former unit of volume, equivalent to half a gallon, used for liquids and corn; a pot or drinking vessel of around this size.
2. A small food container, usually made of plastic or cardboard, typically used for containing hot chips, yoghurt or other foodstuffs.
3. A small pot or other receptacle, e.g. for strawberries.

## Etymology
From Middle English potell, potel, from Old French potel, diminutive of pot; see more at pot.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-09-03.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/pottle