flagon

English

/flæɡ.ən/

noun
Definitions
  • A large bottle for drinks such as wine, cider or beer.
  • The amount that such a bottle holds, about 1.13 litres.
  • A large vessel usually with a handle, spout and lid, for drinks such as wine or cider.

Etymology

Derived from Middle English flagon, flakon derived from Middle French fla(s)con, flacon derived from Proto-Germanic *flaskǭ (bottle, flask, braid-covered bottle, wicker-enclosed jug), *flehtaną (plait, braid, weave).

Origin

Proto-Germanic

*flehtaną

Gloss

plait, braid, weave

Concept
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Clothing and grooming

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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