Meaning & Definition of Keg in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A cylindrical container, traditionally made of wood or metal, used for storing liquids, especially beer.

  Example Sentence: The party had several kegs of craft beer for the guests.

• Definition: A specific measurement of beer, typically 15.5 gallons in the United States.

  Example Sentence: We ordered a keg of lager for the event.

Etymology

Origin: Middle Dutch 'kegghe', meaning 'a small cask or barrel'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• keg party: A social gathering where kegs of beer are served.
• tap a keg: To open a keg and start serving its contents.

Translations

• Spanish: barril

• French: fût

• German: Fass

• Russian: кег

Related Words

• beer: A fermented alcoholic beverage made from grains and hops.

• brewery: A facility where beer is produced.

Slang Meanings of keg

• Meaning: Keg stand

  Example Sentence: A party trick where a person does a handstand on a keg while drinking from it.

• Meaning: Kegger

  Example Sentence: A party centered around the consumption of kegs of beer.