What is another word for punchbowl?

Pronunciation: [pˈʌnt͡ʃbə͡ʊl] (IPA)

A punchbowl is a large bowl used for serving punch or other beverages at parties or gatherings. There are many synonyms for punchbowl, some of which include punch bowl, bowl for punch, serving bowl, beverage bowl, drink dispenser, beverage dispenser, drink server, and punch server. Each of these synonyms describes a similar vessel used for serving beverages to guests. Variations in terminology may arise depending on the context or region in which the term is used. Regardless of the specific word used, a punchbowl or its synonym remains a classic addition to any party or event.

What are the hypernyms for Punchbowl?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Punchbowl

Lord Summerhays takes in the situation, and quickly takes the punchbowl from the sideboard and offers it to Johnny.
"Misalliance"
George Bernard Shaw
It was, in truth, Gawtrey's custom when Birnie retired for the night, to rub his hands, bring out the punchbowl, squeeze the lemons, and while Philip, stretched on the sofa, listened to him, between sleep and waking, to talk on for the hour together, often till daybreak, with that bizarre mixture of knavery and feeling, drollery and sentiment, which made the dangerous charm of his society.
"Night and Morning, Volume 3"
Edward Bulwer Lytton
In the castle, over the smoking punchbowl, by the fireside, I was the hero of the hour.
"Weird Tales. Vol. I"
E. T. A. Hoffmann

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