Amphora

Origin

From Latin amphora (""), from Ancient Greek ἀμφορεύς (amphoreus, "vased shaped ornament with a narrow neck").

Full definition of amphora

Noun

1. (countable) A two handled jar with a narrow neck that was used in ancient times to store or carry wine or oils.
2. One of various units for measuring liquid or volume during the Roman Empire, measuring between 18.5 and 39 litres depending on the variant.
3. An at sign (@).

Derived terms

• amphoric
• (unit) amphora quadrantal, Roman amphora, Greek amphora, French amphora,