canopic-vase
canopic jar
noun
a jar used in ancient Egypt to contain the entrails of an embalmed body.
Also, Canopic jar.
Also called canopic vase.
Origin:
1890–95
1890–95
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Canopic jar, Canopic urn or Canopic vase (kəˈnəʊpɪk) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
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| (in ancient Egypt) one of four containers with tops in the form of animal heads of the gods, for holding the entrails of a mummy | |
| Canopic urn, Canopic urn or Canopic vase | |
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| Canopic vase, Canopic urn or Canopic vase | |
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