Meaning of the word flask in English

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flask

US /flæsk/
UK /flɑːsk/

Noun

1.

a container, typically made of metal or glass, used for carrying alcoholic drinks or other liquids

Example:
He took a sip from his hip flask.
She filled the thermos flask with hot tea.
2.

a small, flat container for alcoholic drink, typically carried in a pocket

Example:
He secretly carried a flask of whiskey.
The hunter kept his coffee warm in a small metal flask.