Bucket

usgb/ˈbʌkɪt/
noun

A container with a handle, used for holding and carrying liquids.

She filled a bucket with water
Visual representation of "bucket" - A container with a handle, used for holding and carrying liquids

Often appears as...

  • kick the bucket
  • a drop in the bucket
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Variety of Uses

Not limited to water; can carry various substances and small items.

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He used the bucket to carry the apples.
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Casual Expression

'Kick the bucket' is an informal way to say someone has died.

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My grandfather kicked the bucket last year.
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Quantitative Expression

'Drop in the bucket' means a tiny amount in comparison to what's needed.

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The charity donation was just a drop in the bucket.
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