First Known Use: circa 1632
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keg
noun \ˈkeg, dial ˈkag, ˈkāg\
: a barrel for holding or serving something (such as beer)
: the amount of something contained in a keg
Full Definition of KEG
1
: a small cask or barrel having a capacity of 30 gallons or less
2
: the contents of a keg
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Origin of KEG
Middle English kag, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse kaggi keg
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keg
noun \ˈkeg\
Definition of KEG for Kids
1
: a small barrel holding 30 gallons (about 114 liters)
2
: the contents of a keg <a keg of root beer>
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