1. Small ceramic or earthenware pots, typically used by apothecaries or pharmacists to store medicines, ointments, or other substances.
Usage: Usually plural; historical or archaic usage; Often associated with traditional pharmacy or medical practice
2. Small decorative pots or vessels, sometimes used for storing spices or condiments in a kitchen.
Usage: Domestic or household context

Examples

• The old apothecary shop displayed rows of gallipots containing various herbal remedies.
• She collected antique gallipots from the 18th century for her museum exhibit.
• The pharmacist carefully labeled each gallipot with the name of the medicine inside.
• Gallipots were essential equipment in any traditional apothecary's workshop.
• The kitchen shelf was lined with small gallipots filled with spices and dried herbs.