vase

Sinhala Dictionary definitions for vase

vase 🔊 /vejˈs or vɑˈz/

vase : පුන්කළස

vase : මල් බඳුන

vase : කලස

vase : ඝටය

vase definition

Noun.

  1. A vessel adapted for various domestic purposes, and anciently for sacrificial uses; especially, a vessel of antique or elegant pattern used for ornament; as, a porcelain vase; a gold vase; a Grecian vase. See Illust. of Portland vase, under Portland.
  2. A vessel similar to that described in the first definition above, or the representation of one in a solid block of stone, or the like, used for an ornament, as on a terrace or in a gardeNoun. See Illust. of Niche.
  3. The body, or naked ground, of the Corinthian and Composite capital; -- called also tambour, and drum.
  4. The calyx of a plant.