Amphorae: meaning, definitions and examples

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amphorae

 

[ รฆmหˆfษ”หrษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

ancient vessels

Amphorae are tall, ancient vessels that were used for storing and transporting liquids, especially wine and oil. Typically made of clay, these two-handled jars have a distinctive narrow neck and a wide body. Amphorae were often produced in a variety of styles and sizes, depending on their intended use and the region of production. Archaeologists frequently discover amphorae at ancient sites, as they provide insight into trade, storage practices, and daily life in antiquity.

Synonyms

container, jar, vessel

Examples of usage

  • The museum exhibited several Roman amphorae.
  • Archaeologists unearthed amphorae during the excavation.
  • Ancient Greeks commonly used amphorae for storing olive oil.

Translations

Translations of the word "amphorae" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น รขmporas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฎเฅเคชเฅ‹เคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Amphoren

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ amfora

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะผั„ะพั€ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ amfory

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒณใƒ•ใ‚ฉใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท amphores

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ รกmporas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท amforalar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•”ํฌ๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู…ููˆุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ amfory

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ amfory

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฒน็ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ amfore

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ amfora

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะผั„ะพั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ›แƒคแƒแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ amforalar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ รกnforas

Etymology

The term 'amphora' traces its origins back to the Greek word 'amphoreus', meaning 'container with two handles'. In ancient civilizations, particularly in Greece and Rome, amphorae played a crucial role in commerce and daily life. These vessels were specifically designed for the transport and storage of various commodities, including olive oil, wine, and grains. Each amphora was often stamped with identifying marks to indicate the contents and origin, effectively serving as an early form of labeling. The design of amphorae evolved over time, influenced by cultural exchanges and trade routes across the Mediterranean. Their significance in ancient trade and domestic life makes them an invaluable subject of study for historians and archaeologists today.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,856 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.