kettle
noun
a metal container in which to boil liquids, cook foods, etc.; pot.
kettles
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pluralof kettle.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Steam on the older Nimitz ships powers not only the aircraft catapults, but also heating and evaporators that produce freshwater and galley equipment, such as kettles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2026
Millions of TVs - and kettles being boiled for a half-time caffeine boost - along with fridges being opened and closed as people get cold drinks and snacks would cause surges, said Neso.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026
In Africa, after poachers kill a protected animal for its tusks, or its organs, or its hide, wardens are often alerted to the illegal activity by the kettles of vultures circling overhead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
Wood said he tends to focus on electrical equipment - such as microwaves and kettles - as well as fixing laptops and has repaired around 50 appliances so far.
From BBC ● Jan. 20, 2026
There were bowls of chicken and rice, spinach and lamb, big crunchy apples, pretty yellow cakes, and big kettles of sweet milky tea.
From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai
