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caldron

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cal·dron  (kôldrn)
n.
Variant of cauldron.
caldron [ˈkɔːldrən]
n
(Cookery) a variant spelling of cauldron
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Noun1.caldron - a very large pot that is used for boilingcaldron - a very large pot that is used for boiling
cauldron
pot - metal or earthenware cooking vessel that is usually round and deep; often has a handle and lid
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