congius Meaning & Definition
What Does Congius Mean?
As a noun, congius means A Roman unit of liquid measure reckoned as the volume of 10 Roman pounds of wine and equivalent to about 3.3 L although differing slightly over time. It can also mean A Roman unit of mass instituted by Vespasian equivalent to about 3.3 kg, the weight of a congius of water.
Word Facts for Congius
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | gallon, imperial gallon and Roman gallon |
| Plural | congiuses |
Congius Definition (Noun)
- A Roman unit of liquid measure reckoned as the volume of 10 Roman pounds of wine and equivalent to about 3.3 L although differing slightly over time.
- A Roman unit of mass instituted by Vespasian equivalent to about 3.3 kg, the weight of a congius of water.
Noun
- An ancient Roman unit of volume in liquid measure consisting of six sextarii or one-eighth amphora (about 118 fluid ounces).
- An ancient Roman unit of weight under Vespasian equal to the weight of a congius of water.
Synonyms of Congius
Congius synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
congius (plural congiuses or congii)
Origin of Congius
From Latin congius, from Ancient Greek κογχίον (konkhíon), from κόγχη (kónkhē) and κόγχος (kónkhos, “mussel shell”) + -ίον (-íon, forming diminutives).
Frequently Asked Questions About Congius
What part of speech is congius?
Congius is a noun.
What is another word for congius?
You can replace congius with words such as gallon, imperial gallon and Roman gallon. See the full list of congius synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of congius?
The plural of congius is congiuses.