'amphore' originates from the Greek word 'amphoreus', where 'amphi-' meant 'on both sides' and 'phoreus' meant 'bearer'.

'amphoreus' transformed into the Latin word 'amphora', and eventually became the modern English word 'amphore'.

Initially, it meant 'a vessel for carrying', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a type of ancient jar or vase'.