1
b
: a planting machine or implement
2
: one who settles or founds a place and especially a new colony
3
: a container in which ornamental plants are grown
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She bought a planter to put on their deck.
a wealthy South American planter
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Rosie hopes this book proves that a bountiful harvest can come from the smallest of spaces and shows how even a patio planter of herbs on a balcony or windowsill can bring much satisfaction and peace of mind.
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Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 23 May 2024
Add some decor touches to liven up your backyard for a cozier feel, like this geometric rug or this two-piece metal planter to display lush greenery.
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Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 23 May 2024
Add some decor touches to liven up your backyard for a cozier feel, like this geometric rug or this two-piece metal planter to display lush greenery.
—Ali Faccenda, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
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“Planter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/planter. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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planter
noun
plant·er
ˈplant-ər 
1
: one that plants or cultivates
a mechanical corn planter
especially
: a person who owns or operates a plantation
2
: a container in which ornamental plants are grown
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