Cruse

Small earthen vessel or flask, about four to six inches (10 to15 centimeters) tall, used for holding liquids (1 Kgs 17:12–16). In the kjv, two other Hebrew words are translated “cruse.” However, a bottle or jar is probably in view in 1 Kings 14:3, and an open dish or bowl in 2 Kings 2:20.

See also Pottery.