Definition of "keeve" in inglés

noun

1. (bleaching) A bleaching vat; a kier.

2. (brewing) A vat or tub in which the mash is made; a mash tub.

3. (mining) A large vat used in dressing ores.

verb

1. To set in a keeve, or tub, for fermentation.

2. (UK, dialect) To heave; to tilt, as a cart.