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simpulum

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[sim-pyoo-luhm] / ˈsɪm pyʊ ləm /

noun

plural

simpula

  1. an ancient dipper having the rim of the bowl at right angles to the handle.

Etymology

Origin of simpulum

1735–45; < Latin: ceremonial ladle or pouring vessel

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