beaker

English

/ˈbiːkə(ɹ)/, /ˈbiːkɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • A flat-bottomed vessel, with a lip, used as a laboratory container.
  • A drinking vessel without a handle, sometimes for the use of children.
  • A mug.
  • (slang) A scientist.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English bekyr derived from Old Norse bikarr (cup, large cup, beaker) derived from Old Saxon bikeri (cup) derived from Latin bīcārium derived from Ancient Greek βῖκος (earthenware jug, vase with handles, wine jar) derived from Latin bacarium (vase, wine vat).

Origin

Latin

bacarium

Gloss

vase, wine vat

Concept
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Modern world

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