Puncheon (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun
  1. a large cask of varying capacity, but usually 80 gallons (304 liters).
  2. the volume of such a cask, used as a measure.
noun
  1. a heavy slab of timber, roughly dressed, for use as a floorboard.
  2. a short, upright framing timber.
  3. (in goldsmith work)
    • any of various pointed instruments; a punch.
    • a stamping tool.
noun
  1. a large cask of variable capacity, usually between 70 and 120 gallons
  2. the volume of such a cask used as a liquid measure
noun
  1. a short wooden post that is used as a vertical strut
  2. a less common name for punch 2 (def. 1)
Puncheon (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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