scyphus

/ˈsɪfəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A cup or goblet, especially one used in ancient Greece and Rome for drinking wine.

“The museum exhibited a collection of ancient Greek scyphi, showcasing their intricate designs and craftsmanship.”

2. noun

A type of jellyfish or a colony of jellyfish.

“While snorkeling, we spotted a large scyphus floating in the ocean, its umbrella-like shape undulating in the current.”

Synonyms

  • cnidarian
  • cup
  • drinking vessel
  • goblet
  • jellyfish

Antonyms

  • glass
  • water bottle