flagon
Noun: A flagon is a large container, typically made of metal or pottery, designed for holding and serving drinks, especially alcoholic beverages like wine or ale. It is characterized by having a handle for carrying and a spout (or sometimes a lid) for pouring.
The word "flagon" is used to refer to the vessel itself. It often evokes a historical, traditional, or rustic setting, such as in taverns, medieval feasts, or ceremonial contexts.
- The innkeeper brought a flagon of ale to the table.
- In the painting, a silver flagon sat on the sideboard, ready for the feast.
- They passed the heavy pottery flagon around the fire, each taking a drink.
- "A flagon of...": This is the standard construction to specify the contents of the vessel.
- He ordered a flagon of the house red wine.
- Flagons (plural): The standard plural form.
- The cellar was stocked with dozens of flagons.
The core meaning of "flagon" is consistent, referring specifically to this type of drinking vessel. It does not commonly have other distinct meanings.
- Jug: A more general and modern term for a similar container.
- Pitcher: Often used interchangeably, especially in American English, though a pitcher may not always have a spout.
- Carafe: Usually refers to a glass or ceramic bottle for serving wine or water, typically without a handle.
- Flask: Usually denotes a smaller, often flat container for carrying liquor.
There is no direct antonym for a specific type of container. Opposing concepts might include: * Bottle: A container with a narrow neck, usually sealed with a cap or cork. * Glass: A drinking vessel from which one drinks directly, not used for serving.
There are no common idioms that use the word "flagon" as the key component.
The word "flagon" is a noun and does not form phrasal verbs.
- a large metal or pottery vessel with a handle and spout; used to hold alcoholic beverages (usually wine)