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am·pho·ra
\ˈamfərə, ˈaam-\ noun
(plural ampho·rae \-ˌrē\ ; or amphoras)
Etymology: Latin, modification of Greek amphoreus jar with two handles, alteration of amphiphoreus, from amphi- + phoreus bearer, from pherein to bear — more at bear
1.
a. : an ancient Greek jar or vase having a large oval body, narrow cylindrical neck, and two handles that rise almost to the level of the mouth:
(1) : a jar usually undecorated and pointed at the bottom, used especially for holding or storing wine, oil, honey, or grain
(2) : a decorated vase with a disk-shaped base, used especially as an ornament or a prize (as in athletic contests)
b. : a 2-handled vessel shaped like an amphora
2. : an ancient unit of capacity:
a. : a Greek unit equal to 10.3 gal (39 liters)
b. : a Roman unit equal to 6.7 gal (25.5 liters)
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