basket
//ˈbæskɪt//
Noun
basketSingular
basketsPlural
1
A container made of woven strips of material such as cane, straw, or wire, typically with a handle, used for carrying or storing things.
She carried fresh fruit in a wicker basket.
Noun
basketSingular
basketsPlural
1
The net suspended from a metal hoop through which the ball must pass to score points in basketball.
He shot the ball and it went through the basket.
Synonym
Noun
basketSingular
basketsPlural
1
A group or collection of similar items or currencies considered together, especially in economics or finance.
The currency basket includes the dollar, euro, and yen.