English dictionary
firkin
/'f/[@]/rk/I/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a British unit of capacity equal to 9 imperial gallons
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a small wooden keg
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A varying measure of capacity, usually being the fourth part of a barrel; specifically, a measure equal to nine imperial gallons.
Source: webster1913