amphora
What is another word for amphora? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A tall, narrow-necked ceramic jar with two handles, used in ancient Greece and Rome for storing wine, oil, or grain.
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Etymology
From Latin amphora, from Greek amphoreus, "two-handled jar" — literally "carried on both sides".
Full origin of amphora →Frequently asked questions
What does “amphora” mean?
The word “amphora” means a tall, narrow-necked ceramic jar with two handles, used in ancient Greece and Rome for storing wine, oil, or grain. In plain terms, the classic tall clay jar with two handles used to carry wine or oil in the ancient world.
How do you pronounce “amphora”?
“Amphora” is pronounced AM-fuh-ruh (/ˈæm(p).fɚ.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “amphora” in a sentence?
Here is “amphora” used in a sentence: “Archaeologists recovered an intact amphora from the shipwreck.”
What part of speech is “amphora”?
“Amphora” is a noun.
Where does the word “amphora” come from?
The word “amphora” comes from Latin. From Latin amphora, from Greek amphoreus, "two-handled jar" — literally "carried on both sides".
Related words
amphora quadrantal
amphoric
