Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pt

abbreviation
/paɪnt/
Definition
A unit of measurement for liquid capacity, primarily used in the United States and the UK.
Examples
  • She ordered two pints of beer at the pub.
  • The recipe calls for a pint of heavy cream.
  • He drank a pint of water after his run.
Meaning
‘pt’ stands for pint, which is a measure of volume mostly used for beverages.
Synonyms
  • pint
  • liquid measure