How Do You Spell BOTTLED?

Pronunciation: [bˈɒtə͡ld] (IPA)

The word "bottled" is spelled with two syllables: "bot-" and "-led". The "o" in the first syllable is pronounced as the short vowel sound /ɑ/, as in "cot" or "lot". The following "t" is a voiceless consonant, pronounced by stopping the airflow completely with the tongue and then releasing it. The second syllable is pronounced with a voiced consonant /l/, followed by the same short vowel /ɑ/ as before, and the voiced consonant /d/. Therefore, the word is pronounced as \ˈbä-tᵊld\.

BOTTLED Meaning and Definition

  1. Bottled is an adjective that refers to something that has been enclosed or put into a bottle for storage, transportation, or consumption. When something is "bottled," it means it has undergone the process of being placed in a bottle, typically made of glass or plastic, and sealed to maintain its freshness, quality, or safety.

    In the context of beverages or liquids, "bottled" usually implies that the substance has been properly packaged, either commercially or by an individual, to be sold or used at a later time. Bottled water, for instance, is water that has been collected from a natural source, treated, and then sealed in bottles for convenience and easy access.

    The term "bottled" can also be used metaphorically to describe emotions or feelings that are repressed or suppressed. When someone says they have "bottled up" their emotions, they usually imply that they have purposely kept their feelings hidden or unexpressed. This can be seen as a strategy to avoid confrontation or to maintain a sense of control, although it may not always be healthy in the long term.

    Overall, "bottled" is a versatile term that describes the action of enclosing something in a bottle, as well as the end product that has gone through this process.

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Etymology of BOTTLED

The word "bottled" traces its roots back to the Middle English word "botel" which originally meant a small portable vessel or container. It is derived from the Old French word "botele" meaning a bundle or pack. The Old French term itself had been borrowed from the Latin word "butticula" which referred to a small cask or bottle. "Butticula" in turn came from the Late Latin word "buttis" meaning cask or casket.

Idioms with the word BOTTLED

  • bottled in bond The idiom "bottled in bond" refers to a legal designation and standard for American distilled alcoholic beverages, particularly whiskey, established by the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897. It signifies that the spirit has been produced and aged under specific regulations set by the U.S. government. To be considered "bottled in bond," the distillate must come from one distilling season, one distillery, be aged at least four years in a federally bonded warehouse, and be bottled at 100 proof (50% alcohol by volume). This term assures consumers of the spirit's quality, authenticity, and adherence to strict regulations.

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Conjugate verb Bottled

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE

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FUTURE PERFECT

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PRESENT

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PRESENT PERFECT

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