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quart

|quart|

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/kwɔrt/

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/kwɔːt/

liquid measure

Etymology
Etymology Information

'quart' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'quart,' where 'quart' meant 'fourth part.'

Historical Evolution

'quart' changed from the Old French word 'quart' and eventually became the modern English word 'quart.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'fourth part,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a unit of liquid capacity.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a unit of liquid capacity equal to a quarter of a gallon or two pints, equivalent to approximately 1.136 liters in the UK and 0.946 liters in the US.

She bought a quart of milk from the store.

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Last updated: 2025/02/11 04:15