pint of

noun phrase

Meaning

A unit of liquid or dry measure, equal to half a quart or two cups. In the US, a liquid pint is 16 US fluid ounces (473 ml), and a dry pint is 18 US fluid ounces (551 ml). In the UK, an imperial pint is 20 imperial fluid ounces (568 ml).

Examples

  • He ordered a pint of lager at the pub.
  • The recipe calls for a pint of milk.

Synonyms: half quart, two cups