Definitions

1. noun

a vessel, typically a large jar or container, used for storing or displaying objects

“The museum displayed a beautiful ancient Greek vas in its collection.”

2. noun

a medical or surgical instrument, especially one used to administer medication or anesthetics

“The doctor carefully inserted the vas into the patient’s arm to administer the medication.”

3. noun

a term used in chess to refer to the vas or chessboard

“The players carefully set up the vas for their game of chess.”