Jugs are containers usually made out of pottery or glass that are used to hold liquids. There are various synonyms for the word jugs, including pitchers, carafes, flasks, bottles, vases, and decanters. Pitchers are larger than jugs and are usually used to serve drinks at meals, while carafes are usually used to hold wine or other alcoholic beverages. Flasks refer to a smaller, more portable option used to hold alcohol or liquids such as water. A bottle usually refers to glass or plastic containers for liquids sold commercially. Vases and decanters are typically used for decorative purposes with some also being used as jugs.