Illustration of hod
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hod
noun
ˈhäd 
1
: a tray or trough that has a pole handle and that is borne on the shoulder for carrying loads (as of mortar or brick)
2
: a coal scuttle
Word History
Etymology
probably from Middle Dutch hodde; akin to Middle High German hotte cradle
First Known Use
1573, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing hod
hods
noun
as in jugs
Synonyms & Similar Words
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- jugs
- tanks
- vats
- kettles
- pails
- tubs
- pitchers
- flagons
- jars
- pots
- buckets
- bails
- holders
- receptacles
- cauldrons
- canteens
- vessels