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Noun wineskin has 1 sense
  1. wineskin - an animal skin (usually a goatskin) that forms a bag and is used to hold and dispense wine
    --1 is a kind of     skin

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Wineskin

Definition: A wineskin is a container made from animal skin, typically that of a goat, used for carrying and storing wine or other alcoholic beverages.

Senses:

1. (Noun) A traditional container made of animal skin for holding and transporting wine. 2. (Noun) A portable bag or flask used for holding and dispensing alcoholic beverages.

Usage Examples:

  1. Noun:
    • He purchased a vintage wineskin to display in his wine cellar.
    • The ancient wineskin was discovered during an archaeological dig.
  2. Noun (Figurative):
    • They have a wineskin of knowledge about wine production and flavors.
    • Her mind was like a wineskin, always ready to absorb new information.
  3. Noun (Slang):
    • He carried a wineskin filled with beer to the picnic.
    • She took a swig from the wineskin and passed it around.
  4. Adjective:
    • The artisan crafted a beautiful wineskin holder for the ceremony.
    • The festival featured various wineskin vendors from around the world.

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