punnet

/ˈpʌnɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a small container, typically made of plastic or metal, used for carrying or storing fruit, vegetables, or other small items

“She bought a punnet of fresh strawberries at the market.”

2. verb

to put or pack something into a punnet

“The farmer punnetted the freshly picked berries into the containers.”

Synonyms

  • basket
  • container

Antonyms

  • box
  • large container