Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quintal
noun
/ˈkwɪn.təl/
Definition
A quintal is a unit of weight measurement used to quantify agricultural products and other bulk goods.
Examples
- The farmer sold 50 quintals of wheat at the market.
- In that shipment, we received 20 quintals of rice.
- Each quintal of produce requires careful storage to maintain freshness.
Meaning
The word quintal refers to a weight of 100 kilograms (or approximately 220.46 pounds) in most countries, though it may also denote 112 pounds in some places, such as the United States.
Synonyms
- centner
- hundredweight
