pint

A unit for measuring liquids, about half a litre, with different exact sizes in Britain and America.

• We need a pint of water.
• She bought two pints of cream.
• How many pints does this jug hold?

How to use it: a pint of something (Add a pint of milk to the pan.)

Common phrases: a pint, half a pint, pint of something

A large glass of beer or cider, containing one pint.

• He ordered a pint at the bar.
• We had two pints after work.
• Would you like a pint of cider?

How to use it: a pint of something (She ordered a pint of lager.)

Common phrases: a pint, order a pint, pint of beer

An amount or container of milk equal to one pint.

• The milkman left a pint outside.
• Please deliver two pints tomorrow.
• We used our last pint at breakfast.

Similar words: pint of milk

Common phrases: a pint, deliver a pint, leave a pint