Word
cask
US/ˈkæsk/
UK/kˈɑːsk/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a large wooden barrel used for storing or transporting liquids like beer, wine, or oil. In modern slang, it often refers to a specific type of beer that is served directly from the barrel.
n. a large wooden container, typically a barrel, used for the storage or transport of liquids. In a modern British context, it frequently refers to a specific type of beer served from a barrel without being bottled.
Examples
“The bar serves a wide variety of cask ales.”
“Many local pubs prefer cask beer because it is often considered to have a better flavor than mass-produced bottled versions.”
“The resurgence of the cask ale has led to a significant shift in the brewing industry, with many traditional breweries focusing on small-scale production to maintain the unique character of the liquid.”
Examples
simple
“The bar serves a wide variety of cask ales.”
contextual
“Many local pubs prefer cask beer because it is often considered to have a better flavor than mass-produced bottled versions.”
complex
“The resurgence of the cask ale has led to a significant shift in the brewing industry, with many traditional breweries focusing on small-scale production to maintain the unique character of the liquid.”
Real-World Examples
“For instance, say a cask of ginger rolls through a trapdoor and lands on a poor laborer below.” Etymology
From Middle French casque. Doublet of casco and casque.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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- Occasional
- Level
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