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pod

[pɒd]

pod Definition

  • 1a long, narrow, flat part of some plants, such as beans and peas, that contains the seeds and usually has a thick skin that is removed before cooking
  • 2a detachable or self-contained unit on an aircraft, spacecraft, vehicle, or vessel, used for a particular purpose or function
  • 3a group of marine mammals, such as whales or dolphins, swimming together

Using pod: Examples

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

  • Example

    She shelled the peas and discarded the pods.

  • Example

    The escape pod was jettisoned from the spacecraft.

  • Example

    A pod of dolphins was spotted off the coast this morning.

pod Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with pod

  • the long, narrow, flat part of a pea plant that contains the peas

    Example

    She picked fresh pea pods from the garden.

  • a small, sealed container with enough coffee to make one serving

    Example

    He inserted a coffee pod into the machine and pressed the button.

  • a small spacecraft designed to carry a few people in an emergency

    Example

    The crew evacuated the ship using the escape pod.

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Summary: pod in Brief

The term 'pod' [pɒd] refers to a variety of objects, including the long, narrow, flat part of some plants that contains the seeds, detachable or self-contained units on vehicles or vessels, and groups of marine mammals. Examples include 'She shelled the peas and discarded the pods,' 'The escape pod was jettisoned from the spacecraft,' and 'A pod of dolphins was spotted off the coast this morning.' Phrases like 'pea pod' and 'coffee pod' denote specific types of pods.

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