Dewar

See also: dewar

English

Etymology

Named for James Dewar, who is credited with its invention.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈdjuːwə(ɹ)/

Noun

Dewar (plural Dewars)

  1. A glass or metal double-walled flask for holding a liquid without much loss or gain of heat; a vacuum bottle or thermos. Generally used for scientific purposes and in particular for cryogenic work.

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