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Flagon vs. Stein — What's the Difference?

Flagon vs. Stein — What's the Difference?

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Flagon

A flagon () is a large leather, metal, glass, plastic or ceramic vessel, used for drink, whether this be water, ale, or another liquid. A flagon is typically of about 2 imperial pints (1.1 l) in volume, and it has either a handle (when strictly it is a jug), or (more usually) one or two rings at the neck.

Stein

A large earthenware beer mug.

Flagon

A large vessel, usually of metal or pottery, with a handle and spout and often a lid, used for holding wine or other liquors.

Stein

Variant spelling of steen

Flagon

The quantity of liquid that such a vessel can hold.
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Stein

A beer mug, especially one that is large or decorated.

Flagon

A large vessel resembling a jug, usually with a handle, lid, and spout, for serving drinks such as cider or wine at a table; specifically (Christianity), such a vessel used to hold the wine for the ritual of Holy Communion.

Stein

A beer mug, usually made of ceramic or glass.

Flagon

A flagon and its contents; as much as fills such a vessel.

Stein

See Steen.

Flagon

(archaic) A large bottle for drinks such as beer, cider, or wine; also, a bottle with a cap used by travellers.

Stein

A mug intended for serving beer

Flagon

The amount that such a bottle holds, about 1.13 litres.

Stein

Experimental expatriate United States writer (1874-1946)

Flagon

A vessel with a narrow mouth, used for holding and conveying liquors. It is generally larger than a bottle, and of leather or stoneware rather than of glass.
A trencher of mutton chops, and a flagon of ale.

Flagon

A large metal or pottery vessel with a handle and spout; used to hold alcoholic beverages (usually wine)

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