meaning of puncheons

1. A figured stamp, die, or punch, used by goldsmiths, cutlers, etc.
2.
A short, upright piece of timber in framing; a short post; an intermediate stud.
3.
A split log or heavy slab with the face smoothed; as, a floor made of puncheons.
4.
A cask containing, sometimes 84, sometimes 120, gallons.


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