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Barrel

A measure of petroleum volume in the United States, equal to 42 U.S. gallons. Also, a cylindrical chamber in a pump into which well fluid flows and is displaced by a closely fitted plunger. In electrical work, the part of a terminal or connector where wiring is inserted during installation.