Cruet

Pronunciation: /kruː.ɪt/

Definitions of cruet

noun a small glass bottle that is used for holding oil, vinegar, or other condiments for use at the dining table

Example Sentences

A1 The cruet on the table contained salt and pepper.

A2 She passed the cruet to her friend so they could season their food.

B1 The waiter brought a cruet of olive oil and balsamic vinegar for the salad.

B2 The elegant silver cruet set was a wedding gift from her grandmother.

C1 The chef carefully selected a cruet of exotic spices to enhance the flavors of the dish.

C2 The antique porcelain cruet collection displayed in the dining room was worth a small fortune.

Examples of cruet in a Sentence

formal The waiter brought a cruet of olive oil and vinegar to the table.

informal Can you pass me the cruet of salt and pepper?

slang I love using the cruet for my salad dressing.

figurative The cruet of emotions spilled over as she couldn't contain her feelings anymore.

Grammatical Forms of cruet

• past tense: crueted
• plural: cruets
• comparative: more cruet
• superlative: most cruet
• present tense: cruets
• future tense: will cruet
• perfect tense: have crueted
• continuous tense: is crueting
• singular: cruet
• positive degree: cruet
• infinitive: to cruet
• gerund: crueting
• participle: crueting

Origin and Evolution of cruet

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'cruet' originated from Old French 'crouette' which meant a small container for liquids.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'cruet' expanded to refer to a small glass bottle or container used for holding condiments such as oil, vinegar, or salt during meals.