gallon

[ˈɡælən]

gallon Definition

• 1. a unit of volume for liquid measure equal to four quarts, in particular, a US unit of measurement equivalent to 3.785 liters
• 2. a unit of volume for dry measure equal to eight pints, in particular, a British unit of measurement equivalent to 4.546 liters

Using gallon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gallon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I bought a gallon of milk from the store.

• Example

  The car's gas tank can hold up to 20 gallons of fuel.

• Example

  The recipe calls for two gallons of water.

• Example

  The farmer harvested five gallons of apples from his orchard.

gallon Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for gallon

• container
• measure
• unit

Phrases with gallon

• per gallon

  used to describe the amount of fuel consumed by a vehicle per unit of distance traveled

  Example

  The car's fuel efficiency is 30 miles per gallon.

• gallon hat

  a broad-brimmed hat with a high crown, traditionally worn by cowboys

  Example

  He wore a gallon hat and boots to the rodeo.

• gallon challenge

  a drinking game in which participants attempt to drink a gallon of milk within an hour without vomiting

  Example

  The gallon challenge is not recommended as it can be dangerous and cause health problems.

Origins of gallon

from Old Northern French 'galon', meaning 'liquid measure'

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Summary: gallon in Brief

A 'gallon' [ˈɡælən] is a unit of volume for liquid or dry measure. It is equivalent to four quarts or eight pints, and measures 3.785 liters in the US or 4.546 liters in the UK. Examples of usage include 'I bought a gallon of milk from the store' and 'The recipe calls for two gallons of water.'