Carboy
noun
A large container or bottle, often made of glass and with a narrow neck, used especially in labs or for shipping.
The laboratory assistant carefully filled the carboy with the newly synthesized chemical solution.
Often appears as...
- glass carboy
- fill a carboy
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A large container or bottle, often made of glass and with a narrow neck, used especially in labs or for shipping.
The laboratory assistant carefully filled the carboy with the newly synthesized chemical solution.
Often appears as...
- glass carboy
- fill a carboy
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Laboratory Usage
Carboys are often used to store or transport chemicals in scientific settings due to their durability.
Please place the acid in the carboy for safe keeping.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Drinking
While a carboy looks like a big bottle, it's not typically used for beverages in a casual setting.
Despite its size, you wouldn't use a carboy for serving water at the dinner table.
Pro Tip 3/3Glass Caution
Glass carboys are breakable and should be handled with care, especially when full.
Carry the glass carboy gently to avoid any risk of shattering.
Pro Tip 1/3Laboratory Usage
Carboys are often used to store or transport chemicals in scientific settings due to their durability.
Please place the acid in the carboy for safe keeping.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Drinking
While a carboy looks like a big bottle, it's not typically used for beverages in a casual setting.
Despite its size, you wouldn't use a carboy for serving water at the dinner table.
Pro Tip 3/3Glass Caution
Glass carboys are breakable and should be handled with care, especially when full.
Carry the glass carboy gently to avoid any risk of shattering.
Pro Tip 1/3Laboratory Usage
Carboys are often used to store or transport chemicals in scientific settings due to their durability.
Please place the acid in the carboy for safe keeping.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Drinking
While a carboy looks like a big bottle, it's not typically used for beverages in a casual setting.
Despite its size, you wouldn't use a carboy for serving water at the dinner table.
Pro Tip 3/3Glass Caution
Glass carboys are breakable and should be handled with care, especially when full.
Carry the glass carboy gently to avoid any risk of shattering.
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