FIRKIN

firkin

Noun

  1. A varying measure of capacity, usually being the fourth part of a barrel; specifically, a measure equal to nine imperial gallons. 1
  2. A small wooden vessel or cask of indeterminate size, -- used for butter, lard, etc.
  3. A weight measure for butter, equalling 56 pounds.


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