drinking vessel

Definitions

A container, such as a cup, glass, or mug, used for holding liquid intended for consumption.

Any hollow object designed to hold a beverage for a person to drink from.

Examples

The archaeologist carefully brushed the dirt away from the ancient clay drinking vessel found in the tomb.

She preferred to use a delicate crystal drinking vessel whenever she served tea to her guests.

Synonyms

cup mug glass goblet tumbler chalice beaker

Antonyms

food container solid object non-liquid holder storage bin dry goods box