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Askos
Askos may mean:
- Askos, Sochos, a place in northern Greece
- Askos (pottery vessel), a type of ancient Greek pot used at table to pour small quantities of liquids such as oil.
Askos (pottery vessel)
Not to be confused with the placename Askos.
Askos ( Ancient Greek ἀσκός "tube"; plural: ἀσκοί - askoi) is the name given in modern terminology to a type of ancient Greek pottery vessel used to pour small quantities of liquids such as oil. It is recognisable from its flat shape and a spout at one or both ends that could also be used as a handle. They were usually painted decoratively like vases and were mainly used for storing oil and refilling oil lamps.