Bung (Noun)
Meaning
A plug used to close a hole in a barrel or flask.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The worker tightly fastened the bung in the barrel to prevent any liquid from spilling out.
- A bung was inserted into the flask to seal it and protect its contents during transport.
- He carefully removed the bung from the wine barrel to allow it to breathe.
- A loose bung in the barrel was causing the liquid to leak, requiring immediate attention.
- After inserting a new bung, the barrel was tested to ensure it was correctly sealed.