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pothole


Meanings
  • noun

    A large hole or depression in a road, caused by wear and tear or water damage.

    - "There is a pothole on the road that needs to be fixed."
    - "Driving over potholes can damage your car's suspension."

Synonyms

giant kettle
Rhymes
Words rhyming with pothole
hole , goal , pole
Variants
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pothole , potholed , potholes
Etymology
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The term 'pothole' originated from the Old English word 'pothol' meaning 'hollow place'.


Trivia
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  1. The largest pothole in the world is located in Russia, measuring 20 feet (6 meters) wide and 32 feet (10 meters) deep.

  2. The first recorded use of the term 'pothole' was in 1584 in the English language.


Related Concepts
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  1. road repair: The process of fixing potholes is an important aspect of road maintenance.

  2. pothole patching: A method of repairing potholes using asphalt or other materials.


Culture
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Potholes are a common problem in urban areas and can cause frustration and even danger for drivers. They can also be a source of inspiration for poets and writers, who use them as metaphors for life's challenges and setbacks.

How to Memorize "pothole"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a large hole in the middle of the road.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'pothole' with the image of a car driving over a bump in the road.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the acronym P-O-T-H-O-L-E: Pits On The Highway Lose Efficiency.


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