the ship's hold carried 164 hogsheads of molasses
These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'hogshead.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
14th century
See words that rhyme with hogshead Thesaurus: All synonyms and antonyms for hogshead Spanish Central: Translation of hogshead Nglish: Translation of hogshead for Spanish speakers
What made you want to look up hogshead? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Odd Habits and Quirks Quiz
Test your visual vocabulary with our 10-question challenge!
TAKE THE QUIZ
Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.
TAKE THE QUIZ
