barrel

barrel

noun

A "barrel" is a cylindrical container with flat heads or lids at both ends, typically made of metal or wood, used for storage and transportation of liquids, such as oil or wine, or other materials like food, tools or waste.

 

Example

  1. The wine maker filled the oak barrel with the latest vintage.
  2. The oil company transported the crude oil in large barrels to the refinery.
  3. The farmer stored apples in the barrels to keep them fresh.