Jeroboam

/ˌdʒerəˈbəʊəm/
noun

A large bottle of wine, usually holding 3 liters.

They celebrated their anniversary by opening a jeroboam of champagne.
Visual representation of "jeroboam" - A large bottle of wine, usually holding 3 liters.

Often appears as...

  • jeroboam of champagne
  • jeroboam of wine
noun

The first northern king of Israel in the Bible.

Jeroboam led the revolt against Rehoboam, the son of Solomon.
Visual representation of "jeroboam" - The first northern king of Israel in the Bible.

Often appears as...

  • king jeroboam
  • jeroboam reign

Usage tips

Formal

Religious

noun

A large bottle of wine, usually holding 3 liters.

They celebrated their anniversary by opening a jeroboam of champagne.
Visual representation of "jeroboam" - A large bottle of wine, usually holding 3 liters.

Often appears as...

  • jeroboam of champagne
  • jeroboam of wine
noun

The first northern king of Israel in the Bible.

Jeroboam led the revolt against Rehoboam, the son of Solomon.
Visual representation of "jeroboam" - The first northern king of Israel in the Bible.

Often appears as...

  • king jeroboam
  • jeroboam reign

Usage tips

Formal

Religious

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "jeroboam"
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Celebratory Use

A jeroboam is often used during significant celebrations or events due to its large size.

Illustration for Celebratory Use
For their grand opening, the gallery owners decided to uncork a jeroboam of wine.
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Serving Size

While a jeroboam means more to share, it's also more difficult to pour due to its weight and size.

Illustration for Serving Size
At the banquet, two people were needed to serve wine from the heavy jeroboam.
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Symbol of Opulence

Jeroboam can symbolize luxury or extravagance, often impressing guests.

Illustration for Symbol of Opulence
The host received applause as he presented a jeroboam of fine vintage at the soirée.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Celebratory Use

A jeroboam is often used during significant celebrations or events due to its large size.

Illustration for Celebratory Use
For their grand opening, the gallery owners decided to uncork a jeroboam of wine.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Serving Size

While a jeroboam means more to share, it's also more difficult to pour due to its weight and size.

Illustration for Serving Size
At the banquet, two people were needed to serve wine from the heavy jeroboam.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Symbol of Opulence

Jeroboam can symbolize luxury or extravagance, often impressing guests.

Illustration for Symbol of Opulence
The host received applause as he presented a jeroboam of fine vintage at the soirée.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Celebratory Use

A jeroboam is often used during significant celebrations or events due to its large size.

Illustration for Celebratory Use
For their grand opening, the gallery owners decided to uncork a jeroboam of wine.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Serving Size

While a jeroboam means more to share, it's also more difficult to pour due to its weight and size.

Illustration for Serving Size
At the banquet, two people were needed to serve wine from the heavy jeroboam.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Symbol of Opulence

Jeroboam can symbolize luxury or extravagance, often impressing guests.

Illustration for Symbol of Opulence
The host received applause as he presented a jeroboam of fine vintage at the soirée.
Visual representation of the word "Jeroboam"

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