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flagon
noun flag·on \ˈfla-gən\
: a container for liquids that usually has a handle, spout, and lid; also : the amount in a flagon
Full Definition of FLAGON
1
a : a large usually metal or pottery vessel (as for wine) with handle and spout and often a lid b : a large bulging short-necked bottle
2
: the contents of a flagon
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Origin of FLAGON
Middle English, from Middle French flascon, flacon bottle, from Late Latin flascon-, flasco — more at flask
First Known Use: 15th century
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flagon
noun flag·on \ˈfla-gən\
Definition of FLAGON for Kids
: a container for liquids usually having a handle, spout, and lid
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