bokály

Hungarian

noun
Definitions
  • (dialectal) pear-shaped pitcher or jug, somewhat narrower at its neck and wider at its mouth, with a handle
  • (archaic) ornate goblet made of precious metal

Etymology

Borrowed from Italian boccale (jug, bottle) derived from Latin baucalis derived from Ancient Greek βαύκαλις (container used for the cooling of wine).

Origin

Ancient Greek

βαύκαλις

Gloss

container used for the cooling of wine

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