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amphora

Pronunciation: /ˈamf(ə)rə/

Definition of amphora

noun (plural amphorae /-riː/ or amphoras)

  • a tall ancient Greek or Roman jar or jug with two handles and a narrow neck.

Origin:

Latin, from Greek amphoreus, or from French amphore

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