English Word · Advanced
penstaff
An upright plug for the drain of a mash tun
Pronunciation: say penstaff
Meaning
An upright plug or rod used to control the drainage of liquid from a mash tun in brewing.
Example
The brewer pulled the penstaff to allow the wort to drain from the mash tun.
The brewer pulled the penstaff to allow the wort to drain from the mash tun.
Practice tips
- Practice penstaff out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.