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UK/["/ˈbærəl/"]/US/["/ˈbærəl/"]/

Meaning of Barrel

a large round container, usually made of wood or metal, with flat ends and, usually, curved sides

In simple words: A large round container, usually made of wood or metal, used for storing liquids.

Barrel in a sentence

  • The wine was stored in a wooden barrel for several months to enhance its flavor.
  • The children rolled the empty barrel down the hill, laughing as it bumped along.
  • The old barrel was used as a decorative piece in the rustic café.
  • In the game, you need to protect your health bar while climbing the barrel walls.
  • He aimed his shot at the barrel of the gun, hoping it would hit the target.
  • The oil was leaking from the barrel at a disturbing rate, causing concern among the workers.

How to use Barrel

Used mainly in contexts related to storage or transportation of liquids like wine or oil. Not commonly used in formal writing unless specific to a topic.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a bar filled with beer, and imagine beer barrels stacked high.

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Collocations with Barrel

Synonyms for Barrel

Opposites of Barrel

Common mistakes with Barrel

  • Confused with 'barrel' as a verb meaning to move quickly.
  • Omitting the plural form 'barrels' when talking about more than one.
  • Using 'barrel' to refer to small containers instead of large ones.

Compare Barrel with Drum, Container, Vat, Keg

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Frequently asked questions about Barrel

What does Barrel mean?

A large round container, usually made of wood or metal, used for storing liquids.

What is the definition of Barrel?

a large round container, usually made of wood or metal, with flat ends and, usually, curved sides

How do you use Barrel in a sentence?

The wine was stored in a wooden barrel for several months to enhance its flavor.

Can you give another example of Barrel?

The children rolled the empty barrel down the hill, laughing as it bumped along.

What are synonyms for Barrel?

Common alternatives include cask, drum, container, vat, keg.

What is the opposite of Barrel?

Opposite meanings include packet, box, crate.

What words go with Barrel?

It commonly pairs with beer, whisky/​whiskey, wine, fill, contain something, a barrel, per barrel, by the barrel, beer, whisky/​whiskey, wine, fill, contain something, a barrel, per barrel, by the barrel, gun, rifle, shotgun, look down, peer down, point, the barrel of a gun.

What are common mistakes when using Barrel?

Confused with 'barrel' as a verb meaning to move quickly. Omitting the plural form 'barrels' when talking about more than one. Using 'barrel' to refer to small containers instead of large ones.

How do you pronounce Barrel?

US: /["/ˈbærəl/"]/, UK: /["/ˈbærəl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Barrel?

Used mainly in contexts related to storage or transportation of liquids like wine or oil. Not commonly used in formal writing unless specific to a topic.

What CEFR level is Barrel?

"Barrel" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.