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Pronunciation: [dˈɛmi d͡ʒˈɒn] (IPA)

DemiJohn is a type of glass vessel that has been used for storing liquids such as wine, vinegar and oil for centuries. It is also known as a carboy which is another word used to describe this type of container. Other synonyms for a demiJohn include dambeer, bonbonne, and carbouy. These are all used interchangeably to refer to glass bottles or jars, with a flat bottom, that can hold large amounts of liquid. Though they have slightly different shapes and sizes, they are all used for the same purpose, and serve as a vintage, yet practical way of storing your liquids.
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Most of this took place during the absence of the one member of the party who was still able to move about, but as he had to fetch water every day in a demiJohn from a spot eight miles distant, he was usually away.
"Reminiscences of a South African Pioneer"
W. C. Scully
Their team having been safely extricated-the wagon and its contents on shore, and soon transported to highlands, we found among their contents a large demiJohn of first class brandy, to all appearances never opened, probably because the Snake country had not been reached; and as the dominant owner of said brandy was suffering from the too free use of water, we all drank to the toast, with a delicate courtesy, for her speedy delivery.
"Memoirs of Orange Jacobs"
Orange Jacobs
Oblivious of the fearful danger of microbes, each tipped the demiJohn at an angle and for a duration of time suited to the occasion.
"Memoirs of Orange Jacobs"
Orange Jacobs

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