Convert dram to fluid ounce (UK)
Please provide values below to convert dram [dr] to fluid ounce (UK) [fl oz (UK)], or Convert fluid ounce (UK) to dram.
How to Convert Dram to Fluid Ounce (Uk)
1 dr = 0.130105345921911 fl oz (UK)
Example: convert 15 dr to fl oz (UK):
15 dr = 15 × 0.130105345921911 fl oz (UK) = 1.95158018882866 fl oz (UK)
Dram to Fluid Ounce (Uk) Conversion Table
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Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.
Fluid Ounce (Uk)
A fluid ounce (UK) is a unit of volume measurement equal to 28.413 milliliters, used primarily in the United Kingdom for measuring liquids.
History/Origin
The UK fluid ounce has origins in the imperial system established in 1824, derived from the imperial gallon, and has been used traditionally for measuring liquids in the UK and its territories.
Current Use
Today, the UK fluid ounce is mainly used in the UK for recipes, beverage measurements, and certain industries, though the milliliter is more commonly used in scientific and international contexts.