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What's the difference between "Vial" and "bottle"?

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Rebecca

A bottle is a hollow container that is typically made of glass or plastic with a narrow neck. It is usually meant to hold liquids. A vial is a very small container that is typically made of glass or plastic that is in the shape of a tube. It is usually meant to hold medicine or perfume. Here are examples of both used: Ex: I brought a water bottle on my hike. Ex: The vial on the desk contained perfume.

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