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1. (n.) hogshead
a large cask, esp. one containing from 63 to 140 gallons (238 to 530 liters).
2. hogshead
any of various units of liquid measure, esp. one equivalent to 63 gallons (238 liters).
Etymology: (1350–1400)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) hogshead
a British unit of capacity for alcoholic beverages
2. (noun) hogshead
a large cask especially one holding 63 gals
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) hogshead
an English measure of capacity, containing 63 wine gallons, or about 52/ imperial gallons; a half pipe
2. (noun) hogshead
a large cask or barrel, of indefinite contents; esp. one containing from 100 to 140 gallons
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