squeeze bottle

American  

noun

1. a flexible plastic bottle the contents of which can be forced out by squeezing.

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Etymology

Origin of squeeze bottle

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

This is the only fresh ingredient in a Cuba Libre, so don’t pour it out of a plastic squeeze bottle.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 28, 2023

Deciding which method to use can largely depend on individual preference, but some experts recommend a squeeze bottle.

From Washington Post • Apr. 22, 2022

The brightly colored 11-inch-tall squeeze bottle shoots up a stream of water.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2021

Unlike jarred mayos, it comes in a borderline-flimsy red-and-clear squeeze bottle with the iconic Kewpie baby welcoming you with open arms, wrapped in decorated cellophane.

From Salon • Oct. 8, 2021

“Sure,” I say, as Melvin stretches out his tiny arm and gingerly hands me the squeeze bottle.

From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan