Definitions

1. noun

A barrel, especially a standard unit of measurement for liquids, equal to 158.98 liters.

“The brewery sold beer in 5-barrel cases to the local stores.”

2. abbreviation

Barrel

“The oil tanker was loaded with 10,000 bbls of crude oil.”

3. interjection

An expression of excitement or surprise, especially for a big catch in fishing.

“The angler let out a loud ‘brl’ when he landed a huge marlin.”

4. verb

To sound or give out a loud, sudden noise, especially when something is caught or hooked.

“The fishing line brl’d when the fish bit the hook.”