Puncheon

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1. Noun

A figured stamp, die, or punch, used by goldsmiths, cutlers, etc.

2. Noun

A short, upright piece of timber in framing; a short post; an intermediate stud.

3. Noun

A split log or heavy slab with the face smoothed; as, a floor made of puncheons.

4. Noun

A cask containing, sometimes 84, sometimes 120, gallons.
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