squeeze bottle: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
B2Neutral, leaning slightly informal
Quick answer
What does “squeeze bottle” mean?
A flexible plastic container designed to dispense its contents when pressure is applied to its sides.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A flexible plastic container designed to dispense its contents when pressure is applied to its sides.
In manufacturing or chemical contexts, can refer to containers designed for precise application of adhesives, lubricants, or sealants.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
Term is identical in both dialects. The concept is universally understood.
Connotations
Neutral; implies convenience and controlled dispensing.
Frequency
Equally common in both varieties.
Grammar
How to Use “squeeze bottle” in a Sentence
[Subject] + squeeze + [Object] from the squeeze bottle[Subject] + refill + the squeeze bottle with + [Material]The + [Material] + comes in a squeeze bottleVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “squeeze bottle” in a Sentence
noun
British English
- Could you pass the squeezy bottle of brown sauce?
- These wash-up liquids often come in a squeeze bottle.
American English
- The mustard is in the squeeze bottle in the fridge door.
- I prefer a squeeze bottle for pancake batter.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Referring to product packaging in marketing or logistics.
Academic
Rare, may appear in packaging design or material science studies.
Everyday
Common when discussing condiments, toiletries, or cleaning products.
Technical
Used for containers of adhesives, oils, or laboratory reagents.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “squeeze bottle”
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Neutral
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Vocabulary
Antonyms of “squeeze bottle”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “squeeze bottle”
- Using 'squeeze bottle' for a rigid container with a pump ('pump bottle').
- Confusing with 'tube' (e.g., toothpaste).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it's common for condiments, toiletries, cleaning products, and specialist items like adhesives.
A squeeze bottle dispenses liquid or paste directly, while a spray bottle uses a pump mechanism to create a mist or spray.
No, it is only a noun. The related verb is 'to squeeze'.
Informally, especially with children's products, 'squeezy bottle' is used in the UK.
A flexible plastic container designed to dispense its contents when pressure is applied to its sides.
Squeeze bottle is usually neutral, leaning slightly informal in register.
Squeeze bottle: in British English it is pronounced /ˈskwiːz ˌbɒtl/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈskwiːz ˌbɑːtl/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “It's like getting blood from a stone (when a squeeze bottle is nearly empty).”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of the action: you SQUEEZE the bottle to get the contents out.
Conceptual Metaphor
CONVENIENCE IS ACCESSIBILITY THROUGH PRESSURE; CONTROL IS PRECISE DISPENSING.
Practice
Quiz
What is a key functional feature of a squeeze bottle?