Synonyms for

Vessels

Verb / ˈvesʌlz / Another word for vessels — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Vessels are containers used for holding liquids or gases.

Synonyms & similar words

vessel watercraft vas containers jars pots utensils receptacles barrels buckets canisters flasks jugs pails vats basins bowls crates cartons packaging cases boxes bags

Synonyms by register

Formal

conduits ducts tubes channels

Informal

containers pots jugs bowls

Literary

ark barge craft ship

Antonyms

containers holders receptacles reservoirs storage supplies

Common collocations

  • blood vessels
  • blood vessel walls
  • blood vessel disease
  • blood vessel damage
  • blood vessel blockage
  • blood vessel repair
  • blood vessel formation
  • blood vessel system

Word family

noun vessel
verb vessel
adjective vascular

Usage note

Primarily refers to containers, especially for liquids, or to ships. In anatomy, it specifically refers to tubes carrying fluids, like blood vessels.

Example sentences

  1. The ship had many large and small vessels for carrying cargo.
  2. The laboratory used glass vessels to store the chemicals.
  3. The potter shaped the clay into a beautiful vessel for holding flowers.
  4. The astronaut's spacesuit included a vessel for drinking water.
  5. The sculptor used a hammer and chisel to carve a vessel out of stone.

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