noun
- large drinking bowls or vessels, typically used for punch or other beverages
Usage: archaic; chiefly British
Examples
- The servants brought out silver jorums filled with steaming punch.
- At the tavern, they served ale in large jorums.
- The wedding feast featured ornate jorums brimming with spiced wine.
- Historical records mention jorums being used at colonial celebrations.
- The antique shop displayed a collection of pewter jorums from the 18th century.