What does gallon mean?
Gallon means A unit of volume, equivalent to eight pints.
Gallon
/ˈɡælən/ · noun
Meaning
A unit of volume, equivalent to eight pints.
Definitions by Sense
- A unit of volume, equivalent to eight pints
- (British, Canada) exactly 4.54609 liters; an imperial gallon
- (US) 231 cubic inches or approximately 3.785 liters for liquids (a "U.S. liquid gallon")
- (US) one-eighth of a U.S. bushel or approximately 4.405 liters for dry goods (a "U.S. dry gallon").
- (in the plural, informal) A large quantity (of any liquid).
Example Sentences
The pipe burst and gallons of water flooded into the kitchen.
Synonyms for gallon
Antonyms for gallon
Related Words
Word Forms
- gallons
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for gallon?
Common synonyms include gal, congius, imperial gallon.
What is the opposite of gallon?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use gallon in a sentence?
The pipe burst and gallons of water flooded into the kitchen.
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