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cask

noun \ˈkask\

: a container that is shaped like a barrel and is used for holding liquids; also : the contents of a cask

Full Definition of CASK

: a barrel-shaped vessel of staves, headings, and hoops usually for liquids

: a cask and its contents; also : the quantity contained in a cask

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Origin of CASK

Middle English caske, perhaps from Middle French casque helmet, from Spanish casco potsherd, skull, helmet

First Known Use: 15th century

Related to CASK

Synonyms: barrel, butt, firkin, hogshead, keg, kilderkin, pipe, puncheon, rundlet (or runlet), tun

Rhymes with CASK

ask, bask, Basque, casque, flask, mask, masque, Pasch, Rask, task

CASK Defined for Kids

cask

noun \ˈkask\

Definition of CASK for Kids

: a container that is shaped like a barrel and is usually used for liquids

: the amount contained in a cask

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