Barrel ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Barrel ( noun )

1. A large cylindrical container, typically made of wood or metal, used for storing or transporting liquids or other materials.
2. A unit of volume, equivalent to 36 imperial gallons or 42 US gallons.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french baril, based on latin barra "bar".

Examples:

1. The old whiskey was aged in oak barrels.
2. The oil was stored in large metal barrels.
3. The barrels were rolled down the street to the brewery.
4. The barrels of oil were loaded onto the ship.
5. The barrels of apples were sent to the cider mill.

(As a verb)

Barrel ( verb )

1. A large cylindrical container, typically made of wood or metal, used for storing or transporting liquids or other materials.
2. A unit of volume, equivalent to 36 imperial gallons or 42 US gallons.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french baril, based on latin barra "bar".

Examples:

1. The old whiskey was aged in oak barrels.
2. The oil was stored in large metal barrels.
3. The barrels were rolled down the street to the brewery.
4. The barrels of oil were loaded onto the ship.
5. The barrels of apples were sent to the cider mill.