quart
1 synonym for quart, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A unit of liquid measure equal to a quarter of a gallon, or two pints.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
dry quart
Etymology
From Old French quarte, from Latin quartus, "fourth" — a quart being a quarter of a gallon.
Full origin of quart →Frequently asked questions
What does “quart” mean?
The word “quart” means a unit of liquid measure equal to a quarter of a gallon, or two pints. In plain terms, a measurement of volume, equal to two pints.
How do you pronounce “quart”?
“Quart” is pronounced kwawt (/kwɔɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “quart” in a sentence?
Here is “quart” used in a sentence: “He bought a quart of milk from the corner shop.”
What part of speech is “quart”?
“Quart” is a noun.
Where does the word “quart” come from?
The word “quart” comes from Latin. From Old French quarte, from Latin quartus, "fourth" — a quart being a quarter of a gallon.
