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krater

kra·ter
K k

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [krey-ter]
    • /ˈkreɪ tər/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [krey-ter]
    • /ˈkreɪ tər/

Definitions of krater word

  • noun krater a mixing bowl characterized by a wide mouth and body with two handles projecting vertically from the juncture of the neck and body, used to mix wine and water. 1
  • noun krater An ancient Greek vessel for mixing water and wine. 1
  • noun krater an ancient Greek jar with a broad body, a wide neck, and two handles, used for mixing water and wine 0

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Origin of krater

First appearance:

before 1855
One of the 30% newest English words
1855-60; < Greek krātḗr; see crater

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Parts of speech for Krater

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

krater popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

krater usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for krater

noun krater

  • urn — Uniform Resource Name
  • jar — Java archive
  • pot — a deep hole; pit.
  • vessel — a craft for traveling on water, now usually one larger than an ordinary rowboat; a ship or boat.
  • amphora — an ancient Greek or Roman two-handled narrow-necked jar for oil, wine, etc

Top questions with krater

  • what is a krater?

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