whiskey jug
Definition
Noun: A container, typically made of earthenware or glass, with a narrow neck and a handle, specifically used for holding, storing, or serving whiskey.
Usage
A "whiskey jug" refers specifically to the vessel itself. It emphasizes the jug's designated purpose for whiskey, distinguishing it from jugs used for water, milk, or other liquids. - He poured a drink from the old stoneware whiskey jug. - The collector displayed a rare antique whiskey jug on the shelf.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: In some regions or historical periods, a "whiskey jug" might refer to a specific, often unmarked, jug used for moonshine or illicitly distilled spirits.
- As a Decorative Item: Antique or artistically crafted whiskey jugs are often collected and used for decoration rather than for their original functional purpose.
Variants and Related Words
- Jug: A general term for a large container for liquids, with a handle and often a narrow mouth.
- Decanter: A stoppered glass container into which wine or whiskey is decanted.
- Flask: A small, flat container for alcoholic drinks, meant to fit in a pocket.
- Demijohn: A large bottle with a short, narrow neck, often encased in wicker.
Synonyms
- Whiskey container
- Spirit jug
- Whiskey vessel
Related Phrases
- Jug of whiskey: This phrase emphasizes the (the whiskey) rather than the specific type of container. A "jug of whiskey" could be in any jug, while a "whiskey jug" is the specific container designed for it.
Noun
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a jug that contains whiskey