Krater is a term used to describe a large ancient Greek vessel used for mixing wine and water for communal drinking. The word Krater is primarily used in the field of archaeology and art history and is derived from the Greek word "kratēr" meaning "mixing bowl." There are several synonyms for Krater, including urn, amphora, pithos, hydria, and pelike. Urn is a decorative vase used to hold the ashes of the deceased. An amphora is a tall ancient Greek or Roman container used for storing wine or oil. A pithos is a large terracotta storage container, while a hydria is a water jar. Finally, a pelike is a wine jug with two handles and a narrow neck.