Meaning of the word pothole in English

What does pothole mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pothole

US /ˈpɑːt.hoʊl/
UK /ˈpɒt.həʊl/
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Noun

a hole in a road surface that is formed by the action of traffic and weather

Example:
The car hit a large pothole and the tire went flat.
The city council needs to fix all the potholes on this road.