flask
1 synonym for flask, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A narrow-necked container, usually of metal or glass, used to hold and carry liquids.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use flask
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hip flask
flask of coffee
laboratory flask
Etymology
From Old English flaxe and Medieval Latin flasco, both going back to a Germanic word for a wicker-covered bottle. Related to "fiasco" and "flagon."
Full origin of flask →Frequently asked questions
What does “flask” mean?
The word “flask” means a narrow-necked container, usually of metal or glass, used to hold and carry liquids. In plain terms, a small bottle-like container, whether a pocket flask for spirits or a lab vessel for chemicals.
How do you pronounce “flask”?
“Flask” is pronounced FLAHSK (/ˈflæsk/ in IPA).
How do you use “flask” in a sentence?
Here is “flask” used in a sentence: “He kept a small flask of whiskey tucked in his coat pocket.”
What part of speech is “flask”?
“Flask” is a noun.
Where does the word “flask” come from?
The word “flask” comes from Medieval Latin. From Old English flaxe and Medieval Latin flasco, both going back to a Germanic word for a wicker-covered bottle. Related to "fiasco" and "flagon.".
Is “flask” a common word?
“Flask” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “flask” have?
“Flask” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a narrow-necked container, usually of metal or glass, used to hold and carry liquids.
