transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈam(p)-fə-rə ]
noun
( plural am·pho·rae -ˌrē, -ˌrī ; or -ras )
Etymology: Latin, modification of Greek amphoreus, amphiphoreus, from amphi- + phoreus bearer, from pherein to bear — more at bear
Date: 14th century
1. : an ancient Greek jar or vase with a large oval body, narrow cylindrical neck, and two handles that rise almost to the level of the mouth ; broadly : such a jar or vase used elsewhere in the ancient world
2. : a 2-handled vessel shaped like an amphora
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