vessel

  1. Noun.  (nautical) A general term for all kinds of craft designed for transportation on water, such as ships or boats.
  2. Noun.  A container of liquid, such as a glass, goblet, cup, bottle, bowl, or pitcher.
  3. Noun.  A person as a container of qualities or feelings.
  4. Noun.  (biology) A tube or canal that carries fluid in an animal or plant.

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