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Derivation

• Greek: amphi, on both sides; phero, carry

Profile

Vessels, generally made of clay, and furnished with ears for handles; used for holding wine. Specimens have been found in the catacombs, inscribed with Christian symbols.

MLA Citation

• “amphorre”. New Catholic Dictionary. CatholicSaints.Info. 8 August 2013. Web. 8 March 2021. <>