cruet

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-Norman cruet, diminutive of Old French crue (“an earthen pot”), from Old Saxon krūka.

noun

1. A small bottle or container used to hold a condiment, such as salt, pepper, oil, or vinegar, for use at a dining table.
2. (Britain) A stand for these containers.
   He[…]even had a second slice of lamb, for he was hungry. During the meal, as was his custom, he read from a book propped up against the cruet. 1931, Francis Beeding, “1/1”, in Death Walks in Eastrepps
3. (Christianity) A small vessel used to hold wine or water for the Eucharist.