Definitions of Dewar flask
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vacuum flask that holds liquid air or helium for scientific experiments
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synonyms:
Dewar
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type of:
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vacuum bottle, vacuum flask
flask with double walls separated by vacuum; used to maintain substances at high or low temperatures
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vacuum bottle, vacuum flask
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