amphorre
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. <>