Synonyms for

Barrels

Verb / ˈbærʌlz / / ˈberʌlz / Another word for barrels — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a cylindrical container with a flat top and bottom, used for storing liquids

Synonyms & similar words

barrel drum gunbarrel cask bbl barrelful cask keg drum container vessel tank tun vat bin hogshead pipe butt bucket canister flagon flask jar jug pitcher receptacle

Synonyms by register

Formal

cylinders tubes containers

Informal

casks kegs drums

Literary

hogsheads puncheons

Antonyms

empties containers vessels receivers holders

Common collocations

  • wooden barrels
  • oil barrels
  • wine barrels
  • empty barrels
  • full barrels
  • large barrels
  • small barrels
  • plastic barrels

Word family

noun barrel
verb barrel

Usage note

While 'barrel' can refer to a container, it is also commonly used as a verb meaning to move very quickly, often in a reckless manner (e.g., 'The car barreled down the highway').

Example sentences

  1. The winery had rows and rows of oak barrels.
  2. The fishermen caught a lot of fish and filled up several barrels.
  3. The pirates hid their treasure in a barrel.
  4. The circus had a barrel full of monkeys.
  5. The workers rolled the barrels onto the truck.

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