US Gills
Abbreviation/Symbol:
gi
gill
Worldwide use:
US gills are a unit of volume used in the United States for measuring liquids and is not commonly used worldwide.
Definition:
One US gill is equal to 1/4 of a US pint or approximately 118.294 milliliters.
Origin:
The gill was originally used as a unit of liquid volume in both the United States and the United Kingdom, with varying definitions in each country. In the US, the gill was defined as a quarter of a pint, or approximately 118 milliliters. This measurement was commonly used in recipes and for serving drinks in bars and restaurants.
The origin of the US gill can be traced back to the traditional English gill, which was originally defined as a quarter of a pint in the UK as well. However, over time, the US and UK definitions of the gill diverged, with the US gill being slightly larger than its British counterpart.
Usage context:
This unit is typically used in recipes for cooking and baking, especially when dealing with small quantities of liquid ingredients such as milk, cream, or flavorings.