The term vases has become a generic term for a vessel. Technically a vase is a vessel that is taller than it is wide and traditionally used to hold flowers. It can be made of glass, crystal, metal, ceramic, porcelain, or earthenware. The term “vahz” is said to be an alternative term when the value is higher. It is also said to be a term that is the equivalent of holding out your pinky when sipping tea at the house of Chanel. In other words, a term for the pompous.