Vessel: meaning, definitions and examples

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vessel

 

[ ˈvɛsəl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

container

A vessel is a hollow container that is used to hold liquids such as water, oil, or wine.

Synonyms

container, jar, pot, receptacle

Examples of usage

  • She poured the tea into the vessel.
  • The ship was a large metal vessel used for transportation across the ocean.
Context #2 | Noun

anatomy

In anatomy, a vessel is a tube or canal that carries blood or other bodily fluids.

Synonyms

canal, channel, duct, tube

Examples of usage

  • The blood vessels in the human body are responsible for transporting blood to various organs.
  • The doctor examined the patient's vessels to check for any blockages.
Context #3 | Noun

ship

A vessel can also refer to a ship or large boat used for transportation on water.

Synonyms

boat, craft, ship

Examples of usage

  • The cruise vessel was luxurious and spacious.
  • The fishing vessel returned with a large catch of fish.

Translations

Translations of the word "vessel" in other languages:

🇵🇹 navio

🇮🇳 जहाज

🇩🇪 Schiff

🇮🇩 kapal

🇺🇦 судно

🇵🇱 statek

🇯🇵 

🇫🇷 navire

🇪🇸 buque

🇹🇷 gemi

🇰🇷 선박

🇸🇦 سفينة

🇨🇿 loď

🇸🇰 loď

🇨🇳 

🇸🇮 ladja

🇮🇸 skip

🇰🇿 кемелер

🇬🇪 გემი

🇦🇿 gəmi

🇲🇽 buque

Word origin

The word 'vessel' originated from the Latin word 'vasellum', which means a small container or utensil. Over time, the term evolved to refer to various types of containers, ships, and anatomical tubes. The concept of vessels has been essential in human history for transportation, storage, and medical purposes.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,644, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.