cruse

noun

Definition of crusenext
as in vessel

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Recent Examples of cruse For Jews, the Maccabees' story and the legend of the single cruse of oil burning eight days signals the possibility that a dedicated few, inspired by faith in their purpose, can reshape history. — Joshua M. Davidson, CNN, 28 Nov. 2021
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  1. vessel
  2. beaker
  3. kettle
  4. cup
Noun
  • Despite the risks, vessels continue to transit the Strait, reflecting its commercial importance, particularly for energy shipments to Asian markets, Ampatzidis said.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Purdue University confirmed on Monday that the crew would sleep aboard its vessel rather than on the island, citing the enormous crustaceans as one reason for the decision.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of vessel
Noun
  • Many labs currently use a basic setup involving an electrolyte solution and two electrodes in an open beaker.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026
  • The final tear drawn from the once overflowing beaker.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 19 June 2026
Definition of beaker
Noun
  • For example, gift the new compact 1-Quart MacKenzie Childs checkered tea kettle, a functional option for those with a playful kitchen aesthetic.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Beyond the inside of tubes and pipes, chalky, crusty alkaline deposits often form around the base of faucets, the outer rims of refrigerator water dispensers, and on the bottom of tea kettles.
    — Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of kettle
Noun
  • For Japanese-style short-grain white rice, a rough stovetop starting point is 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups of water per cup of rice.
    — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Tents are set up along the river for everyone to have a place to warm up, get a cup of coffee or a change of clothes.
    — Anna Meiler, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of cup

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“Cruse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cruse. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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