vase

noun

US usually

ˈvās

Canadian usually and US also

ˈvāz

British usually, Canadian also, and US sometimes

ˈväz

: a usually round vessel of greater depth than width used chiefly as an ornament or for holding flowers

vaselike

ˈvās-ˌlīk

Canadian usually and US also ˈvāz-;

British usually, Canadian also, and US sometimes ˈväz-

adjective

Examples of vase in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Start with two low, wide circular glass bowls or vases. —

Karen Hugg, Washington Post, 22 Nov. 2023 Stand branches in a glass vase, tucking them in among glass baubles and more pinecones for support. —

Kaylei Fear, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Nov. 2023 The A-frame wood stand with glass bulb vases is perfect for propagating plant cuttings, offering both functionality and aesthetic appeal to your home. —

Kathy Barr, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2023 Easily install them with the attachable ground stakes, arrange them in your holiday wreaths and planters, or place them in a vase in your entryway for a sculptural winter piece. —

Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 15 Nov. 2023 Once they’re built, the colorful flowers are sure to find a home in a vase for good. —

Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 13 Nov. 2023 Who could be when the only available toilet is a Ming vase in a closet? —

Naveen Kumar, Variety, 22 Oct. 2023 This tall, white ceramic vase exudes elegance with its bubble design and boho charm. —

Theresa Johnson, Rolling Stone, 10 Nov. 2023 Tips for Creating the Ultimate Thanksgiving Tablescape Purposeful Embellishments Matilda Reuter Engle, owner of Middleburg Hospitality, suggests pairing Cracked Pepper vases, glassware, and containers with neutral chairs and linens. —

Halee Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2023 See More

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