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lekane

noun
lek·​a·​ne | \ ˈlekÉ™(ËŒ)nÄ“\
plural lekanai\ -​ËŒnÄ« \

Definition of lekane

1 : a basin-shaped vessel or large bowl of ancient Greece
2 : a late form of painted vase of southern Italy resembling a stamnos but provided with upright handles and often with a cover of elaborate form

History and Etymology for lekane

Greek lekanē, from lekos dish, pot

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