winger

Definition

One of the casks stowed in the wings of a vessel's hold, being smaller than such as are stowed more amidships.

Etymology

From wing + -er.

Example Sentences

• "We hauled out a winger of grog."
• "The center passed to the left winger, who shot and scored."
• ""The pattern of the game could have been different if Anthony Pilkington had taken one of two chances either side of United's opener. But the Norwich winger shot wide when clean through and saw another effort hit the post on 75 minutes."