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pothole

Definition

  • noun: a deep, round hole in a road or some other surface (such as the bottom of a river)
  • noun: a circular hole formed in the rocky bed of a river by the grinding action of stones or gravel whirled round by the water
  • sometimes used figuratively
  • synonyms: giant kettle

Examples

  • The project hit a big 'pothole' a few weeks ago.

  • the city's 'potholed' streets

Movie quotes

  • (..) you put before the city council today? I suggest they take a drive on some of the streets in Brooklyn. Maybe they'll disappear into a pothole. Your son's relationship with Melanie Carmichael... sources say they're engaged. Do you have a comment? Trust me, if my son were (..)
    2002 Sweet Home Alabama