Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gallon
noun
/ˈɡæl.ən/
Definition
A unit of liquid capacity equivalent to four quarts or approximately 3.785 liters.
Examples
- He bought a gallon of milk for the week.
- The car’s fuel tank can hold up to 15 gallons of gas.
- In the recipe, you need a gallon of water to cook the pasta.
Meaning
Gallon is commonly used to measure the volume of liquids, particularly in the United States.
Synonyms
- quart
- liter
- container
