Ton vs. Tun
Ton
Definition
A ton is a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds in the United States or 1,000 kilograms in most other countries.
Tun
Definition
A tun is a large cask or barrel, especially one used for storing liquids like beer or wine.
Example
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The truck can carry a maximum load of 10 tons.
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She lost a ton of weight after her diet.
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The construction project requires a ton of materials to be completed.
Example
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The brewery has a large tun that holds thousands of gallons of beer.
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They aged the wine in an oak tun for several years.
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The old tun in the cellar was filled with cider.
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