dry quart
Definition
- Noun:
- A unit of volume for dry goods: A "dry quart" is a specific unit of measurement used in the United States for measuring the volume of dry commodities, such as grains, fruits, or vegetables. It is part of the US customary system for dry measure.
- A defined quantity: It is legally defined as equal to 1/32 of a US bushel, or precisely 67.200625 cubic inches. In simpler terms, it is equivalent to 2 US dry pints.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The recipe calls for one dry quart of fresh blueberries.
- In the US, agricultural products like wheat are often sold by the dry quart or bushel.
- A dry quart is different from a liquid quart; you must use the correct measuring container.
Advanced Usage
- Historical and Legal Context: The "dry quart" is part of a system of standardized dry measures established by US law. Its use is primarily in agriculture, commerce, and older recipes.
- "By the dry quart": A phrase used to specify the unit of sale for dry goods.
- These oats are sold by the dry quart.
Variants and Related Words
- Dry measure (n): The system of units (including pints, quarts, and bushels) used for measuring the volume of dry goods.
- Bushel (n): A larger US dry unit, equal to 32 dry quarts.
- Dry pint (n): A smaller US dry unit, equal to 1/2 of a dry quart.
Synonyms
- US dry quart: The full formal name.
- Quart (dry measure): A specifying phrase to distinguish it from a liquid quart.
Notes on Meaning
- Key Distinction: It is crucial to distinguish a dry quart from a liquid quart. A US liquid quart is a different unit, used for measuring fluids, and is equal to 57.75 cubic inches. They are not interchangeable.
- Regional Use: This unit is almost exclusively used in the United States. Other countries typically use the metric system (liters) for such measurements.
Noun
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a United States dry unit equal to 2 pints or 67.2 cubic inches
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