Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kilderkin
noun
/ˈkɪldərkɪn/
Definition
A small cask or barrel used for storing liquids, especially beer or ale.
Examples
- The brewery used a kilderkin to age their new batch of ale.
- During the festival, they tapped a kilderkin filled with stout for the visitors.
- In old taverns, kilderkins were once a common sight behind the bar.
Meaning
The term ‘kilderkin’ originally referred to a specific measurement for volume, which is typically equal to half a pipe or a small cask. It is often associated with traditional brewing and storage practices.
Synonyms
- cask
- barrel
- vat
- keg
