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Definitions from the WebTunNoun1. A large cask or barrel, typically used for storing beer or wine. Example sentence: We need a tun of beer for the party tonight. Noun2. A large cask or barrel, typically used for sea transportation of goods. Example sentence: The sailors loaded the tun with supplies for the long voyage. Noun3. A measure of liquid capacity, equivalent to 252 wine gallons. Example sentence: The wine producer sold their product in tuns to distributors. Noun4. A large cask used for fermentation of beer or wine. Example sentence: The brewery invested in new tuns to increase their production capacity. Noun5. A large cylindrical container used in mining for hoisting ore. Example sentence: The miners loaded the tun with valuable ore from the depths of the mine. Noun6. A beer measure used in the Shetland Islands, equal to about 216 imperial pints. Example sentence: They ordered a tun of local ale at the Shetland pub. Verb1. To put into a tun or barrel. Example sentence: The winemaker tunned the wine for aging. Verb2. To store or ferment in a tun. Example sentence: The brewmaster tunned the beer for a month before kegging. Adjective1. (Local) Referring to something popular or well-liked by the community. Example sentence: The local bakery makes the most tun pastries in town. | ||||
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