pint
Plural
pints
1
a measure equal to 16 fluid ounces, often used for measuring liquids such as beer or milk
A pint is a unit of volume measurement commonly used in the United States to measure liquids. It is abbreviated as "pt." In the US customary system, one liquid pint is equal to 16 fluid ounces or approximately 473.176 milliliters. Pints are commonly used to measure beverages such as milk, beer, and cider, as well as other liquids like soup or sauce. They are also used as a standard serving size in many bars and restaurants for certain drinks, such as draft beer or cocktails.
- I'll have a pint of beer, please.
- Don't forget to grab a pint of orange juice from the store.
- The bartender poured a pint of stout into the glass.
- He poured himself a pint of water before heading out for a run.
- She bought a pint of chocolate milk for her afternoon snack.
2
a unit of volume equal to about 568 milliliters, commonly used in the United Kingdom for measuring liquids such as beer or milk
A pint is a unit of volume measurement used in the United Kingdom and other countries following the imperial system. It is abbreviated as "pt." or "imperial pt." In the UK, one pint is equal to approximately 568.261 milliliters. Pints in the UK are commonly used to measure beverages such as beer, cider, and milk, as well as in cooking and baking recipes. They are also used as a standard serving size in pubs and restaurants for certain drinks.
- He ordered a pint of lager at the pub.
- A pint of beer is the standard serving in British bars.
- The glass held just under a full pint.
- They toasted with pints of stout.
- British recipes often specify ingredients in pints.
3
a United States dry unit equal to 0.5 quart or 33.6 cubic inches
A pint is a unit of volume measurement used in the United States to measure dry goods such as grains, fruits, and vegetables. It is abbreviated as "pt." or sometimes "dry pt." In the US customary system, one dry pint is equal to approximately 33.6008 cubic inches. Dry pints are commonly used in agriculture, gardening, and food packaging to quantify and sell produce.
- The farmer sold dry goods by the pint.
- A pint of blueberries filled the basket.
- Grain was measured in quarts and pints.
- Each pint of dry peas weighed about a pound.
- The recipe calls for a pint of raspberries.
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