water-bottle

A hiker takes a drink from his water-bottle on the trail.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A container for drinking water: A "water-bottle" is a portable container, typically made of plastic, metal, or glass, designed to hold water for drinking. It is often used during travel, exercise, or daily hydration.
   • A flask or canteen: In older or more specific contexts, a "water-bottle" may refer to a flask or canteen used for carrying water, especially on long journeys or in military settings.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • She filled her water-bottle before heading to the gym. (A container for drinking water during exercise.)
  • The hiker carried a metal water-bottle on his belt. (A portable container for water on a hike.)
  • He placed the water-bottle on the dining table next to his plate. (A carafe or bottle for water at a meal.)

Advanced Usage

• "to refill a water-bottle": to fill a water-bottle again after it has been emptied.

  • Don't forget to refill your water-bottle before the long drive. (Make sure the container is full again.)

• "a reusable water-bottle": a water-bottle designed to be used many times, often made of stainless steel or BPA-free plastic, as opposed to single-use disposable bottles.

  • Many people now carry a reusable water-bottle to reduce plastic waste. (An environmentally friendly container for water.)

Variants and Related Words

• Water bottle (n): a common alternative spelling (without a hyphen), meaning the same thing.

  • He bought a new water bottle for school. (A container for drinking water.)

• Bottle (n): a general container for liquids, often made of glass or plastic.

  • She poured juice from the bottle into a glass. (A container for liquid.)

• Canteen (n): a type of water-bottle, usually made of metal, used by soldiers or hikers.

  • The soldier carried a canteen of water. (A portable water container.)

Synonyms

• Flask: a small, often flat container for carrying water or other liquids.

  • He kept a flask of water in his backpack. (A portable liquid container.)

• Carafe: a glass or ceramic container for serving water, especially at a table.

  • The waiter brought a carafe of water to the table. (A table water container.)

Related Idioms

• "to be like a water-bottle": (informal) used to describe someone who is always ready to provide support or comfort, like a container that quenches thirst.

  • My friend is like a water-bottle; she always has kind words when I'm upset. (She is a source of comfort.)

• "to carry a water-bottle": (figurative) to be prepared for a long or difficult task.

  • Before the marathon, he carried a water-bottle and a snack. (He prepared supplies for the race.)