Definition of Barrel
Barrel
bar·rel
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a cylindrical vessel, generally made from wood or metal, used for holding fluids or goods;
e.g. We store the beer in barrels so it can be easily shipped.
(verb)
to put or store in barrels;
e.g. We must barrel the wine so that it can ferment and age well.
(verb)
to move smoothly and at a high speed as if almost out of control;
e.g. The old wagon barreled down a steep hill and fell into a ditch.
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