rundlet

rund·let

noun \ˈrən(d)-lət\

Definition of RUNDLET

: a small barrel : keg

Variants of RUNDLET

rund·let or run·let \ˈrən(d)-lət\

Examples of RUNDLET

1. <the wine was transferred to rundlets for further aging in the cellar>

Origin of RUNDLET

Middle English roundelet, from Anglo-French rondelet — more at roundelay

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to RUNDLET

Synonyms: barrel, butt, firkin, hogshead, keg, kilderkin, pipe, puncheon, cask (or runlet), tun

Related Words: scuttlebutt; cistern, tub, vat; can, drum

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