balthazar
/bælˈθeɪzər/
noun
- A very large wine bottle that holds about 12 liters (the equivalent of 16 standard bottles).
- A balthazar is too heavy to pour from easily; you need a special stand.
- The restaurant opened a balthazar of champagne for the anniversary party.
- He bought a balthazar of red wine to age in his cellar.
- A male given name, especially associated with one of the three Magi (wise men) in the Christian tradition.
- The character Balthazar appears in several Renaissance paintings.
- Balthazar is an uncommon name today, but it has a long history.
- In the nativity play, a student played the role of Balthazar.