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Pitchers

Scope note

Vessels, generally of ceramic, glass, metal, or plastic, that have a wide mouth with a broad lip and usually a handle at one side, but sometimes having two ears; includes those accompanied by a washbowl and used for personal hygiene.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000194765

Broader Terms used

vessels

Term used for

jugs (pitchers)

Equivalent Terms used

pitcher

Created

13yrs ago

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