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urn

UK/ɜːn/ US/ɝn/ fairly common

noun

1.

a large vase that usually has a pedestal or feet

2.

Origin

From Middle English urne, from Old French urne, from Latin urna (“vessel”). Doublet of urna.

Phrases

  • cinerary urn
  • knife urn
  • lachrymal urn
  • tea urn
  • urn moss
  • urn tree

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