Definition

The total amount of a product, especially liquids like beer or oil, measured in barrels over a certain time or for a specific use.

Example

The brewery reported an increase in barrelage this year due to higher demand.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new brewery in town?

Yeah, I read that they have a huge barrelage for their beers.

That's impressive! I wonder how much beer they'll be producing this year.

I can't wait to try some of it; I hope they have a good variety.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'barrelage' is derived from 'barrel' (from Old French *baril*, meaning a cylindrical container) and the suffix '-age' (meaning a collection or state of). Thus, 'barrelage' refers to the state or collection of barrels.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'barrel' as a cylindrical container and remember that 'barrelage' means the collection or state of barrels.

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