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Hogsheads

Definition:

A hogshead is a unit of measurement historically used for various commodities, especially liquids. It represents a large barrel or cask, typically holding a specific volume of goods.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A hogshead as a unit of measurement.

Example: The wine was delivered in hogsheads, each containing 63 gallons.

Sense 2:

Noun: A large barrel or cask used for storing or transporting liquids, such as wine, rum, or tobacco.

Example: The distillery stored their finest whiskey in oak hogsheads.

Sense 3:

Noun: A unit of capacity for alcoholic beverages, specifically equal to 63 gallons (238 liters).

Example: The brewery produced beer in hogsheads to cater to the growing local demand.

Sense 4:

Noun: A container with a capacity of about 63 gallons (238 liters), used for measuring and selling alcoholic beverages.

Example: The local tavern offered a discount on hogsheads of ale for the festival.

Related Products:

• Hogshead Barrels
• Hogshead Whiskey
• Hogshead Tobacco