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cruet

Pronunciation: /ˈkruːɪt/
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Definition of cruet

noun

  • 1a small container or set of containers for salt, pepper, oil, or vinegar for use at a dining table.
  • 2(in church use) a small container for the wine or water to be used in the celebration of the Eucharist.

Origin:

Middle English (in cruet (sense 2)): from Anglo-Norman French, diminutive of Old French crue 'pot', from Old Saxon krūka; related to crock1

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