flask Definition
- 1a small, flat container for carrying a liquid, especially alcohol
- 2a narrow-necked glass container used in a laboratory for holding and measuring liquids
Using flask: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flask" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He took out his flask and poured himself a drink.
Example
The scientist carefully measured the liquid in the flask.
Example
She carried a flask of water while hiking in the mountains.
flask Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with flask
Example
He always carries a hip flask with him to parties.
Erlenmeyer flask
a conical laboratory flask with a narrow neck and flat bottom, used for mixing, heating, and storing chemicals
Example
The chemist used an Erlenmeyer flask to mix the chemicals.
a container with a double wall and vacuum between them, used to keep liquids hot or cold for long periods of time
Example
She brought a vacuum flask of hot coffee on the camping trip.
Summary: flask in Brief
A 'flask' [flask] is a small, flat container used for carrying liquids, especially alcohol. It can also refer to a narrow-necked glass container used in laboratories for holding and measuring liquids. Examples include 'He took out his flask and poured himself a drink.' and 'The scientist carefully measured the liquid in the flask.' Phrases include 'hip flask,' 'Erlenmeyer flask,' and 'vacuum flask.'
