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| hogs·head [ háwgz hèd, hógz hèd ] (plural hogs·heads) |
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1. large cask: a large cask or barrel, especially one having a capacity of one hogshead
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2. liquid measure: a unit of capacity for liquids or dry goods, used especially for alcohol, having various values but typically 63 U.S. gallons or 54 British imperial gallons
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| [14th century. Origin ?] |
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