ton

Definitions of ton
  1. noun
    a cylindrical container that holds liquids
    synonyms: tonnetje, vaatje, vat
    see moresee less
    types:
    show 4 types...
    hide 4 types...
    kolf, kolffles
    a large cask (especially one holding a volume equivalent to 2 hogsheads or 126 gallons)
    okshoofd
    a large cask especially one holding 63 gals
    biervat
    a large cask especially one holding a volume equivalent to 2 butts or 252 gals
    wijnvat
    a barrel that holds wine
    type of:
    vaatje, vat
    an object used as a container (especially for liquids)
  2. noun
    a British unit of weight equivalent to 2240 pounds
    synonyms: registerton
  3. noun
    a United States unit of weight equivalent to 2000 pounds
    synonyms: registerton
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘ton'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family