Beaker: meaning, definitions and examples

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beaker

[ ˈbiːkər ]

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science

A beaker is a cylindrical container with a flat bottom, used in laboratories for measuring, mixing, and heating liquids.

Synonyms

flagon, flask, vial

Examples of usage

The scientist poured the solution into a beaker for analysis.
She placed the beaker on the Bunsen burner to heat the liquid.

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muppets

A beaker is a character on the Muppets show, known for his distinctive hair and high-pitched voice.

Synonyms

character, muppet, puppet

Examples of usage

Beaker often assists Dr. Bunsen Honeydew in his experiments.
The audience loves Beaker's comedic reactions.

Translations

Translations of the word "beaker" in other languages:

🇵🇹 béquer

🇮🇳 बीकर

🇩🇪 Becherglas

🇮🇩 gelas ukur

🇺🇦 мірна склянка

🇵🇱 zlewka

🇯🇵 ビーカー

🇫🇷 bécher

🇪🇸 vaso de precipitados

🇹🇷 beher

🇰🇷 비커

🇸🇦 كأس زجاجي

🇨🇿 kádinka

🇸🇰 kadička

🇨🇳 烧杯

🇸🇮 čaša

🇮🇸 mælíglas

🇰🇿 шыны стақан

🇬🇪 მინანქარი

🇦🇿 şüşə qab

🇲🇽 vaso de precipitados

Word origin

The word 'beaker' originates from Middle English 'beker' which came from Old Norse 'bikarr', ultimately derived from Latin 'bīcārium' meaning 'cup'. The term evolved to refer to a vessel used in alchemy and chemistry, before gaining popularity in the context of science and the Muppets show.