Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tyg
Noun
/tɪg/
Definition
A small, often ornately designed drinking vessel.
Examples
- The master of the house raised his tyg to toast the guests.
- She collected antique tygs from various English pottery makers.
- His favorite tyg was decorated with intricate floral designs.
Meaning
Historically, a tyg is a type of cup or jug that typically has two or more handles, used for drinking or serving liquors, particularly in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Synonyms
- cup
- goblet
- mug
- chalice
- tankard
