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tundish

Tundish (noun) means a kind of funnel used in brewing fitting into the bung-hole of a tun or cask.

noun
1
A kind of funnel used in brewing fitting into the bung-hole of a tun or cask.
2
A funnel used in smelting, foundry work etc.
3
A funnel used to create a siphonic break in a drainage system and/or provide visual indication of flow, usually in an overflow line.
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Etymology

From tun + dish.

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of tundish?

"tundish" (noun) means a kind of funnel used in brewing fitting into the bung-hole of a tun or cask.

What are the different meanings of tundish?

"tundish" has 3 main meanings: 1. A kind of funnel used in brewing fitting into the bung-hole of a tun or cask; 2. A funnel used in smelting, foundry work etc; 3. A funnel used to create a siphonic break in a drainage system and/or provide visual indication of flow, usually in an overflow line.

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