monteith

[ mon-teeth ]

noun

1. a large punch bowl, usually of silver, having a notched rim for suspending punch cups.
2. Also called bonnet glass. a small stemless glass of the 18th century, having a bowl with a compoundly curved profile upon a broad foot.

monteith

/ mɒnˈtiːθ /

noun

1. a large ornamental bowl, usually of silver, for cooling wineglasses, which are suspended from the notched rim

Word History and Origins

Origin of monteith¹

First recorded in 1675–85; said to have been named after Monteigh, a Scotsman who wore a coat or cloak with a notched hem

Word History and Origins

Origin of monteith¹

C17: said to be from the name of a Scot who wore a cloak with a scalloped edge

Example Sentences

Independent Mid Ulster councillor Barry Monteith was one of the organisers of the vigil on Saturday.

From BBC

Barry Monteith, an independent councillor for Mid Ulster, said the death was "extremely shocking and tragic".

From BBC

Kristin Monteith, a veteran middle school history teacher from Massachusetts, uses platforms like Think the Vote to help students engage in structured civil discourse around current events with peers nationwide.

From Seattle Times

Before the Canterbury event, the Dean of the Cathedral, the Very Rev David Monteith, said the disco would be "appropriate and respectful".

From BBC

The Very Rev Dr David Monteith said it was a "sadness" not to have a church blessing after his civil partnership.

From BBC