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askos

as·kos
A a

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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [as-kos]
    • /ˈæs kɒs/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [as-kos]
    • /ˈæs kɒs/

Definitions of askos word

  • noun askos a small, flat receptacle used in Ancient Greece for storing and pouring liquids, esp oil 3
  • noun plural askos an oil or wine jar, characterized by an ellipsoidal body and a short, flanged spout from which a thin handle extends in an arc to join the back of the jar. 1
  • noun askos An Ancient Greek pottery vessel used to pour small quantities of liquids such as oil. 0
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Parts of speech for Askos

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
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askos popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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Related words

  • alabastron

    a jar characteristically having an elongated shape, narrow neck, flat-rimmed mouth, and rounded base requiring a stand or support, chiefly used for fragrant ointments.

  • aryballos

    a small narrow-necked vessel or bottle shaped like a sphere, used in ancient Greece to store oil or perfume

  • lekythos

    an oil jar having an ellipsoidal body, narrow neck, flanged mouth, curved handle extending from below the lip to the shoulder, and a narrow base terminating in a foot: used chiefly for ointments.
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