flagon Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a large metal or pottery vessel with a handle and spout; used to hold alcoholic beverages (usually wine)

WordNet

Flag"on noun
Etymology
F. flacon, for flascon, fr. OF. flasche, from LL. flasco. See Flask.
Definitions
  1. A vessel with a narrow mouth, used for holding and conveying liquors. It is generally larger than a bottle, and of leather or stoneware rather than of glass.
    A trencher of mutton chops, and a flagon of ale. Macaulay.

Webster 1913