BUTT is used for a vessel, or measure of wine, containing two hogheads, or 126 gallons; otherwise called pipe. A butt of currants is from 1500 to 2200 pounds weight.
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BUTT is used for a vessel, or measure of wine, containing two hogheads, or 126 gallons; otherwise called pipe. A butt of currants is from 1500 to 2200 pounds weight.