| terrarium |
a closed container for growing small plants or keeping small animals. A terrarium is usually made of clear glass or plastic. |
| Thermos |
(Trademark) A Thermos is a container that is used to keep food or drink at its original temperature. [2 definitions] |
| tin |
a metal container used for storing foods. [1/2 definitions] |
| toolbox |
a container for hand tools. A toolbox often has a handle for carrying and several compartments to make it easy to find small tools. |
| tray |
such a container and what it holds. [1/2 definitions] |
| trunk |
a large, strong container, often with a lock, used to store or transport goods; chest. [1/6 definitions] |
| tub |
a large, round container with a flat bottom used for washing, packing, or storing. [1/2 definitions] |
| tube |
a small, soft container that is sealed at one end and closed with a cap on the other end. The contents of such a tube are removed by squeezing. [1/3 definitions] |
| unpack |
to take out of a package, suitcase, or container. [1/2 definitions] |
| urn |
a metal container with a spout. Urns are used to make and serve coffee and tea. [1/2 definitions] |
| utensil |
a device, instrument, or container used in a kitchen. |
| vacuum |
a space or container from which most of the air has been removed. Outer space and the inside of a light bulb are examples of vacuums. [1/4 definitions] |
| vase |
an open container of glass or pottery that is usually taller than it is wide. A vase is used as a decoration or to hold cut flowers. |
| vessel |
a hollow container for liquids. [1/3 definitions] |
| wastebasket |
an open container for holding trash. A wastebasket is used inside a home or other building. |
| wastepaper basket |
a British word for a small, open container for holding trash. "Wastepaper basket" has the same meaning as "wastebasket." |
| watering can |
a container with a handle and a spout that is used for watering plants. The end of the spout is often covered by a disk that has a lot of holes in it. |