Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

caldron

Noun
/ˈkɔːldrən/
Definition
A large metal pot used for cooking or boiling, often associated with witches and folklore.
Examples
  • The witch stirred her potion in a bubbling caldron.
  • The chef used a caldron to make the soup for the feast.
  • They heated water in a caldron over the campfire.
Meaning
The term refers to a big container used for heating liquids or preparing food, typically over an open fire.
Synonyms
  • Pot
  • Cauldron
  • Vessel
  • Kettle