Gallon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡælən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gallon is a noun meaning A unit of volume, equivalent to eight pints.
Meaning
A unit of volume, equivalent to eight pints.
More Meanings
- (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.
Word Forms
- gallons
Synonyms for gallon
Depending on context, synonyms include gal, congius.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include congius, gal, quart, liter, litre, cent.
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