cruse

noun

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as in vessel

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Recent Examples of cruse For Jews, the Maccabees' story and the legend of the single cruse of oil burning eight days signals the possibility that a dedicated few, inspired by faith in their purpose, can reshape history. — Joshua M. Davidson, CNN, 28 Nov. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cruse
  1. vessel
  2. beaker
  3. kettle
  4. cup
Noun
  • Built in 1965 and 1970, respectively, the vessels are approaching the limits of their service lives.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
  • First, a Portuguese fishing vessel disappears without a trace.
    — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of vessel
Noun
  • Many labs currently use a basic setup involving an electrolyte solution and two electrodes in an open beaker.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026
  • The final tear drawn from the once overflowing beaker.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 19 June 2026
Definition of beaker
Noun
  • Most schools okay a mini fridge and a microwave, and some permit coffee makers, electric kettles or air fryers.
    — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Most schools green-light a mini fridge and microwave, and some permit extras like coffee makers, electric kettles and air fryers.
    — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of kettle
Noun
  • One serving equals a slice of whole-grain bread, half a cup of cooked oats, half a cup of brown rice or a small bowl of whole-grain cereal.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026
  • With great souvenir cups comes great responsibility, so make sure all you Fresno State fans keep the bones in the stands on Saturday.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of cup

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