1
: a unit of capacity equal to 1/4 gallon or 1/32 bushel see Weights and Measures Table
2
: a vessel or measure having a capacity of one quart
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If you or a pet are sprayed by a skunk, mix a solution of 1 quart of 3% hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda and 1 teaspoon liquid dishwashing soap, Long Beach Animal Care Services said.
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Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Mix into 1 quart of water and steep for 1 hour.
—Jon Vanzile, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Shop pieces like the iconic 2-quart tea kettle, kitchen canisters, butter dishes, and more below.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
In a 6-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter on medium heat.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
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Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 4 Feb. 2026
Mix into 1 quart of water and steep for 1 hour.
—Jon Vanzile, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
Shop pieces like the iconic 2-quart tea kettle, kitchen canisters, butter dishes, and more below.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
In a 6-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter on medium heat.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 26 Jan. 2026
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“Quart.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quart. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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quart
noun1
: a British unit of liquid or dry capacity equal to ¹/₄ gallon or 69.355 cubic inches or 1.136 liters
2
: a United States unit of liquid capacity equal to ¹/₄ gallon or 57.75 cubic inches or 0.946 liters
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