cooperage: Meaning and Definition of

coop•er•age

Pronunciation: (k'pur-ij, koop'ur-), [key]
— n.
  1. the work or business of a cooper.
  2. the place where such work is carried on.
  3. articles made by a cooper, as barrels or casks.
  4. the price paid or charged for coopers' work.
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