Pint

/paɪnt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A unit of volume equal to 1/2 a quart or 16 fluid ounces (approximately 0.473 liters in the U.S. and 0.568 liters in the U.K.) used for measuring liquids.

I ordered a pint of lager at the pub.

A container or glass that holds a pint.

He raised his pint in a toast to the newlyweds.

Refers to the amount of a beverage sold in a pint serving.

Would you like a pint of ice cream or a quart?

Etymology

Middle English 'pinte', from Old French 'pinte', from Latin 'pincta (cervisia)', meaning 'painted vessel'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pint of view

A perspective; a way of thinking about or looking at something.

pint-sized

Small in size.

pint for pint

In equal measure; a comparison of equal amounts.

Related Words

quart

A unit of liquid capacity equal to two pints.

gallon

A unit of liquid capacity equal to eight pints.

fluid ounce

A smaller unit of liquid capacity, where 16 fluid ounces equal one pint.

Slang Meanings

A casual term for a pint of beer.

Let's grab a pint after work.

To drink in large quantities.

He was pinching pints at the festival.