Bottle — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Bottle
Bottle (noun)
- a rigid or semirigid container typically of glass or plastic having a comparatively narrow neck or mouth and usually no handle
- a usually bottle-shaped container made of skin for storing a liquid
- the quantity held by a bottle
Bottle (verb)
- to confine as if in a bottle, restrain —usually used with up
- to put or keep in a position or situation that makes free activity, progress, or escape difficult or impossible —usually used with up
- to put into or as if into a bottle
Bottle (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a distilled beverage that can make a person drunk
"a talented writer whose fondness for the bottle was the stuff of legend"
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strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger
"I wanted to confront the neighbors about the excessive noise coming from their flat, but I lost my bottle"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Bottle
The most common words with a similar meaning to Bottle:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Bottle
Words with the opposite meaning of Bottle:
Near Antonyms of Bottle
Word Forms of Bottle
Origin & Etymology of Bottle
Middle English botel, from Old French botele, from Medieval Latin butticula, diminutive of Late Latin buttis cask
First known use: 14th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Bottle
- CEFR level: A1 English Vocabulary — Page 2
- Topics: Home & Daily Life
Words & Phrases Containing Bottle
Frequently Asked Questions about Bottle
What does "Bottle" mean?
"Bottle" means a rigid or semirigid container typically of glass or plastic having a comparatively narrow neck or mouth and usually no handle. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a rigid or semirigid container typically of glass or plastic having a comparatively narrow neck or mouth and usually no handle. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Bottle"?
Other words for "Bottle" include alcohol, aqua vitae, ardent spirits, booze, drink, firewater, grog and hooch. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Bottle" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Bottle"?
There are 115 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Bottle". Common alternatives include alcohol, aqua vitae, ardent spirits, booze, drink, firewater, grog, hooch, inebriant and intoxicant.
What is a slang word for "Bottle"?
Slang words for "Bottle" include hooch, juice, lush and sauce.
What is the opposite of "Bottle"?
Antonyms of "Bottle" include nonintoxicant, cowardice, cowardliness, cravenness, dastardliness, poltroonery and spinelessness. Near antonyms include mocktail, mix, mixer and pop.
How do you use "Bottle" in a sentence?
Examples of "Bottle" in a sentence: "a talented writer whose fondness for the bottle was the stuff of legend"; "I wanted to confront the neighbors about the excessive noise coming from their flat, but I lost my bottle".
Is "Bottle" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Bottle" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
Is "Bottle" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A1-level word, "Bottle" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.