Bungwall

/ˈbʌŋˌwɔl/ noun

Definition

A wall or barrier constructed with bungs or bung-like materials, or a historical architectural feature in barrel-making areas.

Etymology

A compound of 'bung' and 'wall,' possibly referring to fortifications made with wooden materials in cooperage-focused settlements.

Kelly Says

This might represent early industrial architecture where the materials of trade (wooden barrel staves and bungs) were repurposed into structural elements.

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