Bottle: meaning, definitions and examples

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bottle

 

[ หˆbษ’tl ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

container

A rigid or semi-rigid container typically made of glass or plastic, having a narrow neck and usually no handle.

Synonyms

container, flask, jar.

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Word Description / Examples
bottle

A bottle is generally used for storing liquids like water, juice, or soda. It often has a narrow neck and can be made of glass or plastic.

container

A container is a broad term used for any object that can hold things. It can be used for storing solids, liquids, or gases and comes in various shapes and sizes.

flask

A flask is used primarily for carrying hot or cold liquids and maintaining their temperature. It often has a narrow neck and is typically used for beverages like coffee, tea, or alcohol.

jar

A jar is usually made from glass or plastic and has a wide mouth. It is often used for storing food items like jams, pickles, or sauces.

Examples of usage

  • She poured herself a glass of water from the bottle.
  • He bought a bottle of wine for the party.
Context #2 | Noun

amount

The quantity held by a bottle.

Synonyms

measure, portion, quantity.

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Word Description / Examples
bottle

Use this word when referring to a container where liquids are stored, like water, wine, or soda.

  • She bought a bottle of water at the store
  • The wine bottle is on the table
quantity

Refer to this word when discussing the amount or number of items, focusing more on the numerical aspect.

  • We need to order a large quantity of paper for the office
  • The quality of the product is more important than the quantity
measure

This word is suitable when you are determining the size, amount, or degree of something, often in a precise way.

  • The recipe requires a precise measure of flour
  • We need to measure the room to buy the right-sized carpet
portion

This word is best used when talking about a part or section of a whole, often related to food or shares.

  • He had a large portion of pizza for lunch
  • Each portion of the project will be managed by a different team

Examples of usage

  • The recipe calls for two bottles of milk.
  • He drank a whole bottle of soda in one sitting.
Context #3 | Verb

store

To preserve (fruit or vegetables) by sealing in a container such as a bottle.

Synonyms

can, jar, preserve.

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Word Description / Examples
bottle

A bottle is typically used to store liquids such as water, juice, or alcohol. Bottles can be made of glass or plastic.

  • She drank a bottle of water after her run
  • He opened a bottle of wine for dinner
preserve

To preserve means to keep food from spoiling by treating it in a special way. This could involve bottling, canning, or jarring, and preservatives can be added. The word has a general and neutral tone.

  • They preserve fruit by making it into jam
  • He uses a lot of salt to preserve the fish
can

A can is used to store food or drinks and is usually made of metal. It's often for beverages like soda or for preserved foods like beans or soup.

  • I grabbed a can of soda from the fridge
  • He opened a can of beans for the chili
jar

A jar is used to store food items, often solids or semi-liquids like jams, pickles, or sauces. Jars are usually made of glass and have a wide mouth.

  • She bought a jar of strawberry jam from the market
  • He keeps his cookies in a glass jar on the counter

Examples of usage

  • She bottled the tomatoes from her garden for the winter.
  • They bottled fresh apple juice for later.

Translations

Translations of the word "bottle" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น garrafa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‹เคคเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Flasche

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ botol

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะปััˆะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ butelka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒœใƒˆใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bouteille

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ botella

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸiลŸe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฒุฌุงุฌุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lรกhev

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fฤพaลกa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็“ถๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ steklenica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ flaska

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑำฉั‚ะตะปะบะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ—แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ butulka

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ botella

Etymology

The word 'bottle' has its origins in Old French 'boteille', which was derived from the Latin word 'butticula'. The use of bottles for storing liquids dates back to ancient times, with glass bottles being produced in the Roman Empire. Over the centuries, bottles have evolved in shape, size, and material. Today, bottles are used for a wide range of products, from beverages to cosmetics, making them an essential part of modern life.

See also: bottleneck, bottling.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,598, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.