British term for small container (for fruits/berries).
Punnet
Etymology & History
British term for small container (for fruits/berries). From obsolete 'punnett' (pound weight). Used in markets, supermarkets. Americans might say 'basket' or 'container'. British term is specific to produce packaging.
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General British
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Era
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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