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hogshead

/hɒɡzheɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does hogshead mean?

noun

A unit of volume, equivalent to 63 gallons or 238 liters, especially for liquids such as wine or oil. A large cask or barrel.

Example

"The winery used a hogshead to store the vintage wine."

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