kernoi

/kerˈnoi/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ancient Greek vessel used for storing or serving wine or other liquids, typically with two handles.

“The archaeologists discovered a kernoi in the excavation site, which dated back to the ancient Greek era.”

2. noun

A unit of measurement in ancient Greece, equivalent to a small measure of wine or other liquids.

“The recipe called for a kernoi of wine to be added to the mixture.”

Synonyms

  • jug
  • vessel

Antonyms

  • bottle
  • container