pitchpot

[ pich-pot ]

noun

1. a pot used by sailors for heating pitch.

Word History and Origins

Origin of pitchpot¹

First recorded in 1710–20; pitch ² + pot ¹

Example Sentences

The repairs of ships are executed in public graving docks, chiefly by workmen of a humble standing, called pitchpot masters,—a curious system, whether advantageous or not to all parties, is a matter of dispute.

From Project Gutenberg

The unique vestige of the middle ages, namely, a firepan, or pitchpot, on the south-west tower of the church, was blown down in January, 1779 and carefully repaired, though now not required for the purpose of giving an alarm at the approach of a foe, by lighting pitch within it.

From Project Gutenberg