gallon
gal·lon
noun \ˈga-lən\Definition of GALLON
: a unit of liquid capacity equal to 231 cubic inches or four quarts — see weight table
See Origin of GALLON
Middle English galon, a liquid measure, from Anglo-French galun, jalun, ultimately from Medieval Latin galeta pail, a liquid measure
First Known Use: 13th century
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