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Definition of: apothecaries' measure

A system of liquid measure used in pharmacy. Units and values as used in the United States are as follows:

60 minims= 1 fluid dram
8 fluid drams=1 fluid ounce
4 fluid ounces=1 gill
4 gills#x003D;1 pint
2 pints=1 quart
4 quarts=1 gallon

Phrases starting with the letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

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