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UK//ˈɜː.lən.maɪə.Flæsk//US//ˈɜr.lənˌmaɪ.ɚ flæsk//

Meaning of Erlenmeyer flask

A conical flask used for mixing and heating liquids in laboratories.

In simple words: A type of glass container used in science for mixing liquids.

Erlenmeyer flask in a sentence

  • The chemist filled the **Erlenmeyer flask** with a colorful solution.
  • We used an **Erlenmeyer flask** to measure the liquid accurately.
  • Make sure the **Erlenmeyer flask** is clean before use.

How to use Erlenmeyer flask

Commonly used in labs; not used in casual conversation. More formal settings are appropriate.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Imagine an 'Erly' scientist using a 'flask' to mix potions.

Related words

Collocations with Erlenmeyer flask

  • fill an Erlenmeyer flask
  • clean an Erlenmeyer flask
  • mix in an Erlenmeyer flask

Synonyms for Erlenmeyer flask

  • conical flask
  • mixing flask
  • chemical flask

Common mistakes with Erlenmeyer flask

  • Spelled as 'Erlenmyer flask'.
  • Mispronounced as 'er-len-meer' instead of 'er-len-my-er'.

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Frequently asked questions about Erlenmeyer flask

What does Erlenmeyer flask mean?

A type of glass container used in science for mixing liquids.

What is the definition of Erlenmeyer flask?

A conical flask used for mixing and heating liquids in laboratories.

How do you use Erlenmeyer flask in a sentence?

The chemist filled the **Erlenmeyer flask** with a colorful solution.

Can you give another example of Erlenmeyer flask?

We used an **Erlenmeyer flask** to measure the liquid accurately.

What are synonyms for Erlenmeyer flask?

Common alternatives include conical flask, mixing flask, chemical flask.

What words go with Erlenmeyer flask?

It commonly pairs with fill an Erlenmeyer flask, clean an Erlenmeyer flask, mix in an Erlenmeyer flask.

What are common mistakes when using Erlenmeyer flask?

Spelled as 'Erlenmyer flask'. Mispronounced as 'er-len-meer' instead of 'er-len-my-er'.

How do you pronounce Erlenmeyer flask?

US: //ˈɜr.lənˌmaɪ.ɚ flæsk//, UK: //ˈɜː.lən.maɪə.Flæsk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Erlenmeyer flask?

Commonly used in labs; not used in casual conversation. More formal settings are appropriate.