First Known Use: 14th century
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vial
noun vi·al \ˈvī(-ə)l\
: a very small glass or plastic container used for perfumes, medicines, etc.
Full Definition of VIAL
: a small closed or closable vessel especially for liquids
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Origin of VIAL
Middle English fiole, viole, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin fiola, alteration of Latin phiala — more at phial
VIAL Defined for Kids
vial
noun vi·al \ˈvī-əl\
Definition of VIAL for Kids
: a small container (as for medicines) that is usually made of glass or plastic
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vial
noun vi·al \ˈvī(-ə)l\
Medical Definition of VIAL
: a small closed or closable vessel especially for liquids—called also phial
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