Keg (Noun)

Meaning ¹

The quantity contained in a keg.

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Examples

• A keg of beer is typically equivalent to about 124 pints.
• The keg of soda was nearly empty after the party.
• A keg of paint is usually 5 gallons.
• The brewery delivered a keg of ale to the pub.
• A keg of nails is usually 100 pounds.

Synonyms

• Kegful

Meaning ²

Small cask or barrel.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hypernyms

• Cask