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amphora

 

[ หˆรฆmfษ™rษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

ancient container

An amphora is a type of container used in ancient times, characterized by its two handles and a narrow neck. These vessels were commonly used for storing liquids such as wine or oil and often featured elaborate designs. Amphorae were significant in trade and transport in ancient civilizations.

Synonyms

container, jar, vessel

Examples of usage

  • The archaeologist discovered an amphora buried in the ruins.
  • Amphorae were commonly used by the Greeks for storing olive oil.
  • Many amphorae were found in the shipwreck off the coast.
  • The museum has an impressive collection of ancient amphorae.

Translations

Translations of the word "amphora" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น รขnfora

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค‚เคซเฅ‹เคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Amphore

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ amfora

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะผั„ะพั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ amfora

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒณใƒ•ใ‚ฉใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท amphore

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ รกnfora

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท amfora

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•”ํฌ๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู…ููˆุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ amfora

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ amfora

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฎ‰ๅผ—ๆ‹‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ amfora

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ amfora

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะผั„ะพั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ›แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ amfora

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ รกnfora

Etymology

The term 'amphora' comes from the Greek word 'amphoreus', which is derived from 'amphi' meaning 'on both sides' and 'pherein' meaning 'to carry'. This reflects the design of the amphora, which typically has a body and handles on both sides for easy handling and transport. Amphorae were widely used in ancient Greece, Rome, and other Mediterranean cultures, playing a crucial role in trade and storage. They were often decorated with paintings and inscriptions, indicating their contents and origin. As trade flourished in ancient times, amphorae became standardized in size and shape, facilitating more efficient transport. Their design has influenced modern ceramic forms, and many amphorae have survived as key archaeological artifacts providing insight into ancient life.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,684, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.