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Word: hogshead (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • A large cask or barrel, of indefinite contents; esp. one containing from 100 to 140 gallons.
  • An English measure of capacity for liquids, containing 63 wine gallons, or about 52 1/2 imperial gallons; a half pipe.

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