pichet — meaning in English

English meaning

• ewer noun A kind of widemouthed pitcher or jug with a shape like a vase and a handle, and originally used for carrying water.
• jug noun A container for liquids with a handle and a narrow opening, used for pouring.
• pitcher noun A large container with a handle and spout, used for pouring liquids.

Senses

pichet is used for these senses in English:

• ewer A kind of widemouthed pitcher or jug with a shape like a vase and a handle. Originally used for carrying water
• jug A serving vessel or container, typically circular in cross-section and typically higher than it is wide, with a relatively small mouth or spout, an ear handle and often a stopper or top.
• pitcher A wide-mouthed, deep vessel for holding liquids, with a spout or protruding lip and a handle; a water jug or jar with a large ear or handle.

jug — full definition

1. noun A container for liquids with a handle and a narrow opening, used for pouring.
2. noun Informal for jail.
3. verb To put someone in jail.

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