bucket

[ˈbʌkɪt]

bucket Definition

a typically cylindrical container with a handle, used for carrying liquids.

Using bucket: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bucket" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She filled the bucket with water from the well.

  • Example

    He kicked the bucket over by accident.

  • Example

    The bucket was too heavy for her to carry.

  • Example

    The bucket was half full of sand.

bucket Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for bucket

Phrases with bucket

  • to die

    Example

    He kicked the bucket last night.

  • a list of things one wants to do before they die

    Example

    Skydiving is on my bucket list.

  • a car seat designed to fit only one person

    Example

    I prefer driving with bucket seats because they provide more support.

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Summary: bucket in Brief

A 'bucket' [ˈbʌkɪt] is a cylindrical container with a handle, typically used for carrying liquids. It can also be used in phrases like 'kick the bucket,' meaning to die, or 'bucket list,' meaning a list of things one wants to do before they die.

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