Definitions

1. noun

A unit of volume, equivalent to one-quarter of a US liquid pint, used to measure liquids, especially juice or coffee.

“She ordered a large qt of orange juice at the cafeteria.”

2. noun

A unit of volume, equivalent to one-quarter of a US dry pint, used to measure dry ingredients, especially in cooking or baking.

“The recipe called for 2 qts of flour to make the cake.”

3. noun

A container, especially a glass bottle, used to hold one quart of a liquid.

“She poured the qt of juice into a glass and drank it.”