Definition of "vase" []

• An open container, as of glass or porcelain, used for holding flowers or for ornamentation. (noun)

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• "Made out of white porcelain, the vase is absolutely waterproof and attaches to the wall by means of two screws – or nails – whatever you prefer."
• "But I hold that a flower cut from its plant and placed in a vase is as a scalp on the walls of a wigwam."
• "For those who know French, they will know that the French word "vase" (from Tim's list) also means "a container" in which one puts flowers, just like in English."