1. A container or receptacle of ordinary or everyday use, without special distinction
The potter crafted common vessels for daily household use.
O oleiro confeccionou vasos comuns para uso doméstico diário.
2. In anatomy/medicine: a blood vessel shared by multiple organs or tissues
The common carotid artery is a common vessel that supplies blood to the head and neck.
A artéria carótida comum é um vaso comum que fornece sangue à cabeça e pescoço.
3. In maritime contexts: a merchant ship or trading vessel of standard type
The fleet consisted mainly of common vessels rather than warships.
A frota consistia principalmente de navios comuns em vez de navios de guerra.