Synonyms for

Bottles

Verb / ˈbɑ:tʌlz / Another word for bottles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a container made of glass or plastic with a narrow neck, used for storing liquids

Synonyms & similar words

bottleful feedingbottle bottle nursingbottle flask jar container vial ampoule phial carboy cruet decanter demijohn jug pitcher vessel flagon growler magnum receptacle screw-top

Synonyms by register

Formal

containers receptacles vessels

Informal

jugs flasks carafes

Literary

phials ampoules

Antonyms

empties unbottles releases frees uncorks

Common collocations

  • glass bottles
  • plastic bottles
  • empty bottles
  • full bottles
  • water bottles
  • wine bottles
  • beer bottles
  • throw bottles

Word family

noun bottle
verb bottle

Usage note

As a verb, 'to bottle' can mean to put something into bottles, or to suppress emotions. The latter usage often appears in phrases like 'bottling up feelings'.

Example sentences

  1. She put the empty bottle in the recycling bin.
  2. The waiter brought us a bottle of ketchup.
  3. He filled the bottle with sand and made a sandcastle.
  4. My favorite drink comes in a glass bottle.
  5. I need to buy a bottle of shampoo from the store.

Quotes

  • I have a message in a bottle.
  • The genie came out of the bottle.
  • The milk spilled from the bottle.

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