amphoriskoi

/æmˈfɒrɪˌskɔɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

Plural of amphoriskos, a small terracotta or ceramic vessel used as a toy or figurine, often depicting a human or animal form, typically a miniature replica of an amphora.

“The archaeologist discovered a collection of ancient amphoriskoi in the ruins of the temple.”

Synonyms

  • amphoriskos
  • miniature amphora
  • toy vessel

Antonyms

  • adult amphora
  • large vessel