hip flask
hip flask — noun
1. a portable container with a flat, slim shape that is designed to fit inside a po
a portable container with a flat, slim shape that is designed to fit inside a pocket, used for carrying a strong alcoholic drink such as whisky or brandy
Vikram pulled a silver hip flask from his coat and poured himself a drink.
pulled from + poured — typical actions with a hip flask
The old hip flask had the initials J.M. engraved on its side.
possession shown by engraved initials on metal
Layla slipped the hip flask into her jacket pocket before the train departed.
Police found a leather hip flask inside Gabriel's bag during the security check.
Grandpa keeps a hip flask of brandy in the glove compartment of his truck.
- flask
a broader term that can also refer to a laboratory container or a vacuum bottle (thermos)
- pocket flask
a more explicit but less common synonym that emphasises the portability aspect
文法句型
a/the + [adjective] + hip flask
hip flask + of + [drink]
用法筆記
Hip flasks are typically made of metal (stainless steel or silver) and often covered with leather. They are most commonly used for carrying spirits such as whisky, brandy, or rum rather than beer, wine, or mixed cocktails.