Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cauldron

noun
/ˈkɔːldrən/
Definition
A large, round container used for boiling liquids or cooking food.
Examples
  • The witch stirred her potion in the cauldron over the fire.
  • They used a cauldron to cook the stew for the feast.
  • The children gathered around the cauldron, mesmerized by the bubbling liquid.
Meaning
A cauldron is typically made of metal and often associated with witchcraft or magical potions.
Synonyms
  • pot
  • kettle
  • boiler
  • vat