释义 |
ˈgang-cask Naut. [f. gang n.1 + cask.] A water-cask used on board ships (see quots.).
1779Forrest Voy. N. Guinea 169 On the edges of the canoe..I put a gang cask, with which the owner paddled into a fresh water river. 1867Smyth Sailor's Word-bk., Gang-casks, small barrels used for bringing water on board in boats..usually containing 32 gallons. 1882Cassell s.v. Breaker, The gang cask..contains the drinking water for the ship's company. |