Find Synonyms
keg Synonyms
Another word for keg
Choosing another word for keg depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 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.
Usage Example
"The local brewery delivered a fresh cask of IPA for the summer festival."
Strongest
cask
Strong
barrel
firkin
kilderkin
• noun (Context 2)
A historical unit of weight or volume used for certain commodities, such as nails or gunpowder, typically equivalent to 100 pounds.
Usage Example
"The carpenter ordered a hundredweight of nails to ensure they had enough supplies to finish framing the house."
Strong
hundredweight
cental
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Keg. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 2, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/keg