basketful

[bas-kit-fool, bah-skit-]

noun

plural

basketfuls 

1. a sufficient quantity to fill a basket; the amount contained in a basket.

2. any considerable quantity.

   a basketful of surprises.

Spelling Note

See -ful.

Word History and Origins

Origin of basketful¹

First recorded in 1565–75; basket + -ful

Example Sentences

That's all to say when you spot fresh morels at the farmers market, don’t hesitate — grab a basketful, cook them simply and savor the fleeting magic of their season.

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Men heap basketfuls of human knowledge and spiritual endeavor onto a smoking fire, while in the background classical columns, arches and pediments define the surrounding architecture as distinctly of the Renaissance.

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At only $6.99 for a basketful, the tofu is as much a bargain as it is delicious.

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They were created one basketful of earth at a time, using pointed sticks and clamshell hoes.

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As we leave neighbours come bearing more gifts, a basketful of food for the refugees.

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