Meaning & Definition of Quart in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A unit of volume or capacity in the US customary and imperial systems, equal to 2 pints or 4 cups.

  Example Sentence: The recipe calls for one quart of milk.

• Definition: A British unit of liquid capacity that is equivalent to approximately 1.136 liters.

  Example Sentence: He filled the jug with a quart of water.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English, from Old French 'quart', from Latin 'quartus' meaning 'fourth'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• quart low: Refers to something that is low in supply, such as fuel or resources.
• quart jar: A type of container designed to hold a quart of liquid.

Translations

• Spanish: cuarto

• French: quart

• German: Quart

• Russian: кварт

Related Words

• gallon: A larger unit of volume equal to four quarts.

• liter: A metric unit of capacity, slightly larger than a quart.

Slang Meanings of quart

• Meaning: A common measurement for a drink, especially in bars.

  Example Sentence: I'll have a quart of beer, please.

• Meaning: Refers to a small container one might carry, like a water jug.

  Example Sentence: I took a quart on my hike to stay hydrated.