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A container for growing plants, typically made of clay or plastic.
flowerpot
A container, often with drainage holes, used for growing flowers or small plants.
The most common and general term for a flowerpot. Used for both indoor and outdoor pots.
I planted flowers in a flowerpot.
A shorter, more casual term for a pot. Often used in compounds or when the context is clear.
Refers to a planter, often rectangular and used for multiple plants. Common for balconies or gardens.
Refers to a potted plant as a whole, rather than just the container. Often used in gardening contexts.
This flowerpot has good drainage.
The flowerpot broke.
ベランダにプランターを置いています。
I have a planter on the balcony.
鉢植えの観葉植物を買いました。
I bought a potted foliage plant.