Flagon: meaning, definitions and examples

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flagon

[ ˈflæɡən ]

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drink container

A flagon is a large container, typically made of metal or pottery, used for holding liquids, especially alcoholic drinks.

Synonyms

flask, jug, pitcher

Examples of usage

The bartender poured the wine from the flagon into the customer's glass.
She carried a flagon of ale to the picnic to share with her friends.

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historical context

In historical contexts, a flagon was a large vessel with a narrow neck, used for storing or transporting liquids such as wine or oil.

Synonyms

container, urn, vessel

Examples of usage

The archaeologists discovered a flagon from ancient Roman times buried in the ruins.
The flagon was intricately decorated with patterns and symbols.

Translations

Translations of the word "flagon" in other languages:

🇵🇹 jarro

🇮🇳 मटका

🇩🇪 Krug

🇮🇩 teko

🇺🇦 глек

🇵🇱 dzban

🇯🇵 フラゴン

🇫🇷 cruche

🇪🇸 jarra

🇹🇷 sürahi

🇰🇷 플래곤

🇸🇦 جرة

🇨🇿 džbán

🇸🇰 džbán

🇨🇳 酒壶

🇸🇮 vrč

🇮🇸 kanna

🇰🇿 құмыра

🇬🇪 ყურძენი

🇦🇿 qədəh

🇲🇽 jarra

Word origin

The word 'flagon' originates from Middle English 'flagon', which in turn comes from Old French 'flagon', ultimately derived from Late Latin 'flācōnem' meaning 'bottle'. The term has been used for centuries to describe various types of large containers for liquids, especially in the context of serving alcohol.

See also: flag, flageolet, flags, flagstone, unflagging.