Containers

Things you can put other things inside.

Uis forUrn

An urn is a large vase. Urns are often seen outside in gardens as an ornament. Sometimes people grow plants in urns. Smaller urns are used to store ashes of people after they have been cremated. This kind of urn is often stored on people's mantelpieces.

Vis forVase

A vase is a container without a lid, which is used to hold cut flowers. Vases are often very pretty. People have been making vases for thousands of years, usually made from clay and painted different colours.

Vis forVat

A vat is a very large container, either a large tub with no lid or an enclosed tank. Vats are generally used for making large amounts of food or drink, like wine or the early processes of cheesemaking.

Vis forVivarium

A vivarium is a glass box that is used to keep plants or small animals inside. People often keep frogs, snakes or lizards in vivariums.

Wis forWallet

A wallet is a small container designed to fit in your pocket. Wallets are used to organise your money, credit cards and identification. Wallets are usually made from leather and are carried by men more than women.