noun

der Kessel, –

kettle · pot

Ein rundes Gefäß aus Metall, das man zum Erhitzen von Wasser oder anderen Flüssigkeiten benutzt.

Definition & meaning

A kettle or a large metal container used for boiling water or other liquids, usually over a fire or a stove.
A cauldron, typically a large, deep pot used for cooking food or brewing over an open flame.
In a geographical context, a basin or a deep, circular valley surrounded by mountains.
In military or historical contexts, a pocket or an encirclement of enemy forces, where troops are surrounded on all sides.

Grammar & Word origin

The word is a masculine noun (der Kessel). The plural form remains "die Kessel".

Etymologically, it stems from the Old High German word "kezzil", which is derived from the Latin "catillus" (a small bowl or dish). It is related to the English word "kettle".