knapbottle

Meanings

• noun

  A small bottle used by travelers to carry liquids, particularly ale or water.

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Variants

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bluebottle , bluebottles

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Etymology

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From Old English 'knappe' meaning boy or servant, and 'botel' meaning bottle.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'knap' in 'knapbottle' comes from the Old English word for 'boy' or 'servant'.

2. Knapbottles were often used by monks during long periods of prayer or meditation, as they allowed them to carry water with them.

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Related Concepts

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1. flask: A container with a narrow neck and a long, cylindrical body, used to hold liquids. Knapbottles and flasks are similar in design and function.

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Culture

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In medieval Europe, knapbottles were commonly used by travelers and pilgrims. They were often made of leather or pottery and had a narrow neck to prevent spills.

How to Memorize "knapbottle"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small leather pouch with a narrow neck and a bulging body. This is a knapbottle.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'knapbottle' with the image of a traveler on a long journey, carrying a small bottle of water or ale.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that a knapbottle is a 'little bottle' for 'knights' or 'travelers'.

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