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stockpot

American  
[stok-pot] / ˈstɒkˌpɒt /

noun

  1. a pot in which stock for soup, sauces, etc., is made and kept.


stockpot British  
/ ˈstɒkˌpɒt /

noun

  1. a pot in which stock for soup, etc, is made or kept

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of stockpot

First recorded in 1850–55; stock + pot 1

Example Sentences

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There are two main canning methods: pressure canning, which requires specialized equipment, and water bath canning, which can be done with a standard stockpot and a Mason jar.

From Salon

Make gumbo: In a large stockpot, sauté green pepper, onion, garlic, celery and roux together until vegetables are soft.

From Salon

It’s not a major spoiler to report that this little white cutie avoids the stockpot.

From New York Times

In a large stockpot over medium heat, add stock, potatoes, tomatoes, cabbage, turnips, carrots, onion, garlic, and ham hock.

From Salon

As explained by Pike Place Market's Fresh Blog, an octopus must first be thoroughly washed and dried before it's braised in a stockpot for 30-60 minutes, depending on its size.

From Salon