Main Entry: cru·et

Pronunciation: \ˈkrü-ət\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French, diminutive of Old French crue, of Germanic origin; akin to Middle High German krūche pitcher — more at crock

Date: 14th century

1 : a vessel to hold wine or water for the Eucharist
2 : a usually glass bottle used to hold a condiment (as oil or vinegar) for use at the table