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Symbol | Definition |
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≡ | exactly equal |
≈ | approximately equal to |
= | equal to |
digits | indicates that digits repeat infinitely (e.g. 8.294 369 corresponds to 8.294 369 369 369 369 …) |
1 US gill | ≡ 4 US fl oz |
≡ 1⁄32 US gallon | |
≡ 1⁄4 US pint | |
≡ 1⁄2 US cup | |
≡ 8 tablespoons | |
≡ 24 teaspoons | |
≡ 32 US fluid drams | |
≡ 7 7⁄32 in3 | |
≡ 118.29411825 ml | |
≈ 118 ml | |
≈ 5⁄6 imperial gills |
The minim (abbreviated min, ♏, or ) is a unit of volume in both the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. Specifically it is 1⁄60 of a fluidram or 1⁄480 of a fluid ounce. In the pharmacopeoia, it is also noted that the minim was originally created by Mr. Timothy Lane, F.R.S, as 61440 parts per wine gallon.