1
archaic
: a bowl-shaped drinking vessel without handles
2
: a drinking vessel (as of glass) with a foot and stem compare tumbler
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The reception decor reflected the timelessness of love stories, with clear chiavari chairs, glass candle stick holders and pink glass goblets.
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Virginia Chamlee, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024
The chain is known for its goblet drinks, decadent sundaes and lavish entrees.
—Jake Allen, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Apr. 2024
The shrine, with candles, goblets and cinema memorabilia, was uncovered when workmen were laying new cables.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week Uk, theweek, 24 Jan. 2024
Sauvignon Blanc should be served in a large goblet shaped wine glass, which is often called a Bordeaux glass.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 9 May 2024
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Virginia Chamlee, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024
The chain is known for its goblet drinks, decadent sundaes and lavish entrees.
—Jake Allen, The Indianapolis Star, 23 Apr. 2024
The shrine, with candles, goblets and cinema memorabilia, was uncovered when workmen were laying new cables.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week Uk, theweek, 24 Jan. 2024
Sauvignon Blanc should be served in a large goblet shaped wine glass, which is often called a Bordeaux glass.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 9 May 2024
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“Goblet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goblet. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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goblet
noun
gob·let
ˈgäb-lət 
: a drinking glass with a foot and stem
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