basket

Definition

  • n. a container that is usually woven and has handles
  • n. the quantity contained in a basket
  • n. horizontal circular metal hoop supporting a net through which players try to throw the basketball
  • n. a score in basketball made by throwing the ball through the hoop

Word forms

Plural
baskets

Example sentences

  1. n.

    She placed the fruits in a beautiful wicker basket.

  2. vt.

    He decided to basket the dirty clothes for washing.