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calathus

/kəˈlæθəs/ noun · British & US
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What does calathus mean?

noun

A calathus is a type of basket or container, typically made of wicker or other flexible materials, used for carrying or storing items. It is often associated with ancient Greek or Roman culture.

Example

"The archaeologist carefully placed the artifacts into the calathus to transport them back to the laboratory."

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