thermos

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun vacuum flask that preserves temperature of hot or cold drinks

Etymology

Genericization of the trademark Thermos, from Ancient Greek θερμός (thermós, “warm”). Possibly related to English warm.

In classic literature

Synonyms

thermos bottle, thermos flask

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