Cask
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɑːsk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cask is a noun meaning A large barrel for the storage of liquid, especially of alcoholic drinks. (See a diagram of cask sizes.).
Meaning
A large barrel for the storage of liquid, especially of alcoholic drinks. (See a diagram of cask sizes.).
More Meanings
- To put into a cask.
- Obsolete form of casque (“visorless helmet”).
- (obsolete) A casket; a small box for jewels.
- (archaic, slang) A brougham or other private carriage.
Example Sentences
A jewel, locked into the woefullest cask / That ever did contain a thing of worth.
Word Forms
- casks
- casking
- casked
Synonyms for cask
Depending on context, synonyms include barrel, caskful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include caskful, barrel, tun, keg, hogshead, barrique.
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