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Hogshead


HOGS'HEAD, noun [the English orthography is grossly corrupt.]

1. A measure of capacity, containing 63 gallons.

2. In America, this name is often given to a butt, a cask containing from 110 to 120 gallons; as a hogshead of spirit or molasses.

3. A large cask, of indefinite contents.