/ˈpɛtri/ or /ˈpɛtri/ (PET-ree, PET-ree)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of shallow, open-topped dish, typically made of glass or plastic, used in microbiology to culture microorganisms.

“The scientist grew the bacteria in a petri dish.”

2. proper noun

A Finnish surname and given name, or a variant of the surname Peter.

“Petri is a common Finnish name.”