Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to that of a vase.

Example

The artist created a vaselike sculpture that beautifully held the flowers.

Conversation

Have you seen that new pot at the store?

Yeah, it looks really vaselike and elegant.

I thought it would be perfect for my flowers.

Definitely! It would add a nice touch to your room.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vaselike → It is formed from "vase" (from Latin "vas", meaning container or vessel) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "vaselike" means resembling or similar to a vase.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'vase' as a container, and when something is 'like' a vase, it resembles that container.

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