
which is the same shape as the jar. The product took its name from this shape of pot.
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a French term for a large, covered earthenware or metal cooking pot. The British Marmite was originally supplied in earthenware pots, but since the 1920s has been sold in glass jars that approximate the shape of such pots.
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In France, they capture wild Marmites, hollow them out and tan the hides. These hides are then used as containers in which to ferment various alcoholic drinks.
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See? en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marmite
Wikipedia agrees!
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Wikipedia agrees!