Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fl-oz
Measurement
fl-ouns
Definition
A fluid ounce, often abbreviated as fl oz, is a unit of volume that measures liquid capacity.
Examples
- A standard drink in the US has about 12 fl oz of liquid.
- This recipe calls for 8 fl oz of water.
- The bottle contains 16 fl oz of soda.
Meaning
Fluid ounces are used to quantify the volume of liquids, such as beverages and cooking ingredients.
Synonyms
- Fluid ounce
- Liquid ounce