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flagon

Pronunciation: /ˈflag(ə)n/
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Definition of flagon

noun

  • a large container in which drink is served, typically with a handle and spout:a silver flagon
  • the amount of liquid held in a flagon:a flagon of beer
  • a container similar to a flagon used to hold the wine for the Eucharist.
  • a large bottle in which wine or cider is sold, typically holding 1.13 litres (about 2 pints).

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French flacon, based on late Latin flasco, flascon-, of unknown origin. Compare with flask

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