firkin

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Pronunciation

• (America) IPA: /ˈfɝkɪn/
• (RP) IPA: /ˈfɜːkɪn/

Noun

firkin (plural firkins)

1. (British) A varying measure of capacity, usually being a quarter of a barrel; specifically, a measure equal to nine imperial gallons.
2. (US) A small wooden vessel or cask of indeterminate size, used for butter, lard, etc.
3. A weight measure for butter, equalling 56 pounds.

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