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slop-bowl [2 records]

Record 1 1997-05-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Antique Ceramics (Museums and Heritage)
DEF

A small bowl (often referred to as a basin), usually part of a tea-service, for receiving the dregs or rinsings of tea-cups at the table.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Céramique ancienne (Muséologie et Patrimoine)

Spanish

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Record 2 1977-07-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Dishes
  • Table Setting (General)
DEF

a bowl into which the dregs from tea cups are emptied at table.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Vaisselle
  • Service de table (Généralités)
DEF

Bol destiné à recevoir les fonds de tasses de thé.

Spanish

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