pottle
English
/ˈpɒtəl/
noun
Definitions
- (archaic) A former unit of volume, equivalent to half a gallon, used for liquids and corn; a pot or drinking vessel of around this size.
- (New Zealand) A receptacle, typically for potato chips, yoghurt or other foodstuffs.
- (archaic) A small pot or other receptacle, e.g. for strawberries.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English potell derived from Old French potel.
Origin
Old French
potel