What is another word for vessels?

Pronunciation: [vˈɛsə͡lz] (IPA)

Vessels refer to various types of containers that are used to hold and transport liquids or other substances. They can be large or small, and made from various materials, including glass, plastic, metal, and ceramic. Synonyms for vessels include receptacles, containers, jars, bottles, casks, kegs, tanks, tubs, buckets, and flasks. Depending on the context in which the word is used, some other suitable synonyms include bowls, dishes, pots, pans, pitchers, jugs, and cups. The choice of a synonym often depends on the size, shape, and function of the object being described, as well as the tone or style of the writing.

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What are the hypernyms for Vessels?

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Usage examples for Vessels

A hundred other vessels were making ready to follow, but he had the start of them and the river to himself.
"The Mermaid of Druid Lake and Other Stories"
Charles Weathers Bump
They had to cross in sailing vessels then and take weeks for the journey.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
We build bigger but not better vessels.
"Due North or Glimpses of Scandinavia and Russia"
Maturin M. Ballou

Famous quotes with Vessels

  • We made air attacks on the Japanese anchorage, sinking and damaging several vessels. However, the Japanese were alerted to the fact that American carriers were nearby.
    Jack Adams
  • We must always remember with gratitude and admiration the first sailors who steered their vessels through storms and mists, and increased our knowledge of the lands of ice in the South.
    Roald Amundsen
  • Should you find yourself in a chronically leaking boat, energy devoted to changing vessels is likely to be more productive than energy devoted to patching leaks.
    Warren Buffett
  • But Canada remains a crucial partner in this global war on terrorism, and we are grateful for that. Canadian naval vessels, aircraft and military personnel continue anti-terrorist operations in the Persian Gulf.
    Paul Cellucci
  • Ironically, the Canadian naval vessels, aircraft and personnel in the Persian Gulf I mentioned earlier who are fighting terrorism will provide more support indirectly to this war in Iraq than most of the 46 countries that are fully supporting our efforts there.
    Paul Cellucci

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