Flagon

usgb/ˈflæɡən/
noun

A container, often with a handle and a lid, used for storing and serving liquids such as wine or beer.

He filled his flagon with wine from a barrel
Visual representation of "flagon" - A container, often with a handle and a lid, used for storing and serving liquids such as wine or beer

Often appears as...

  • flagon of wine
  • fill a flagon
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Serving Size

A flagon typically holds a larger amount of liquid, suitable for sharing rather than individual servings.

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During the feast, each table was furnished with a flagon of ale.
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Historical Context

Flagons have an old-fashioned quality and may be mentioned in historical or fantasy contexts.

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The medieval tavern keeper offered the knight a flagon of mead.
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Material Varieties

Flagons can be made of different materials like glass, pottery, or metal, which might be specified in context.

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He purchased a silver flagon for the ceremony.
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