Definition of CASK

cask

Plural: casks

Noun

  • the quantity a cask will hold
  • a cylindrical container that holds liquids
  • A large barrel for the storage of liquid, especially of alcoholic drinks. (See a diagram of cask sizes.)
  • A casket; a small box for jewels.
  • A brougham or other private carriage.
  • Obsolete form of casque (“visorless helmet”).

Verb

Verb Forms: casked, casking, casks

  • To place or store in a large barrel.
  • To put into a cask.

Examples

  • He would CASK away his ’Q’ until he found a perfect "QUIZ" opportunity.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle French casque. Doublet of casco and casque.

Synonyms

barrel, caskful

Scrabble Score: 10

cask: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
cask: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
cask: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 11

cask: valid Words With Friends Word