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Definition of keg
keg
/kɛɡ/
keg
Plural:kegs
keg Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
1
Usage
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• noun
1
A small barrel, traditionally made of wood and now often made of metal, usually having a capacity of less than 30 gallons and used for storing, transporting, or serving beverages such as beer.
Example
"The local brewery delivered a fresh keg of IPA for the summer festival."
2
A historical unit of weight or volume used for certain commodities, such as nails or gunpowder, typically equivalent to 100 pounds.
Example
"The carpenter ordered a keg of nails to ensure they had enough supplies to finish framing the house."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Early 17th century: originating from the Old Norse word 'kaggi', meaning 'keg' or 'cask'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Keg. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/keg