Glassware Terminology

noun a large bowl used for serving punch, typically made of glass or another decorative material

• The hostess filled the elegant punch bowl with a refreshing fruit punch for the guests.
• Hey, can you help me carry the punch bowl over to the table?
• I accidentally knocked over the punch bowl at the party, it was a total mess.
• Her words hit me like a punch bowl to the gut, I was completely caught off guard.

noun a type of glass with a short stem and a wide bowl, used for serving brandy or other spirits

• The sommelier poured a small amount of the vintage wine into a snifter for the guest to taste.
• I like to sip my whiskey from a snifter because it makes me feel fancy.
• Let's grab a snifter and have a drink at the bar tonight.
• She held the snifter of memories close to her heart, cherishing the moments they represented.