pitcher (container)

A container with a handle and spout that allows water or other liquids to be easily poured into a cup or a drinking glass.

Used for serving drinks, not throwing baseballs.

Not to be confused with a jug.

A 'jug' is a large bottle (like the plastic gallon jugs used for milk or the older glass gallon jugs used for cider or fruit juice). Examples: post #4657026, post #2931700.

A pitcher is a large open mouthed container for pouring drinks, it's a dish itself, not something you'd buy from the store. Examples: post #2625448, post #1801140. The Kool-Aid Man (post #113823) is a walking talking pitcher.