pail

Pronunciation: /peɪl/ (IPA), rhymes with "bail"

Origin: Middle English "paile," from Old French "paele," ultimately from Latin "patella" (small pan)

Part of Speech: noun

Meanings:

1. A cylindrical container with a handle, typically used for carrying liquids or other substances

Example Sentences:

1. The children filled their pails with sand at the beach.
2. She carried a pail of water from the well to the house.
3. The janitor used a mop and pail to clean the hallway floor.

Related Words:

• Verb form: N/A
• Adjective form: N/A
• Synonyms: bucket, container, vessel

Memorization Trick: Think of the rhyme "Jack and Jill went up the hill to fetch a pail of water." The word "pail" is commonly associated with carrying water, which can help you remember its meaning and usage.