Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for FLAG'ON
FLAG'ON, n. [L. lagena; Gr. λαγηνος; Ir. clagun; Fr. flacon; Sam. Castel. col. 3013.]
A vessel with a narrow mouth, used for holding and conveying liquors. Stay me with flagons, comfort me with apples; for I am sick with love. Cant. ii.
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