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albarellos

|al-ba-rel-los|

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/ˌælbəˈrɛloʊz/

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/ˌælbəˈrɛləʊz/

(albarello)

apothecary jar

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albarelloalbarellialbarellos
Etymology
Etymology Information

'albarello' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'albarello,' where 'alba-' meant 'white' and '-rello' is a diminutive suffix.

Historical Evolution

'albarello' changed from the Italian word 'albarello' and eventually became the modern English word 'albarello.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a small white jar,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a pottery jar used in apothecaries.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a type of pottery jar used in apothecaries to store ointments and dry drugs.

The museum displayed a collection of albarellos from the 16th century.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/06/13 02:21