maud

/maʊd/; /mɔːd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of barrel or container, especially for liquids.

“The old wine was stored in a wooden maud to age properly.”

2. proper noun

A female given name.

“Maud was a popular name in Victorian England.”

3. verb

To talk or speak loudly and boastfully.

“The politician was accused of mauding about his past achievements.”

Synonyms

  • barrel
  • cask
  • container

Antonyms

  • quietly
  • small container