Convert minim (UK) to gill (UK)
Please provide values below to convert minim (UK) [min (UK)] to gill (UK) [gi (UK)], or Convert gill (UK) to minim (UK).
How to Convert Minim (Uk) to Gill (Uk)
1 min (UK) = 0.000416666665141547 gi (UK)
Example: convert 15 min (UK) to gi (UK):
15 min (UK) = 15 × 0.000416666665141547 gi (UK) = 0.0062499999771232 gi (UK)
Minim (Uk) to Gill (Uk) Conversion Table
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Minim (Uk)
A minim is a traditional unit of volume used in the UK, equivalent to one-eighth of a fluid dram or approximately 0.0616 milliliters.
History/Origin
The minim originated in the apothecaries' system of measurement, dating back to the 19th century, primarily used for measuring small quantities of liquids in pharmacy and medicine.
Current Use
Today, the minim is largely obsolete and rarely used outside historical or specialized contexts; modern measurements favor metric units, but it may still appear in historical references or vintage recipes.
Gill (Uk)
A gill (UK) is a unit of volume equal to one-quarter of a pint, primarily used for measuring liquids such as spirits and milk.
History/Origin
The UK gill originated in the 19th century as part of the imperial measurement system, traditionally used in British households and trade for liquid measurements before metrication.
Current Use
Today, the UK gill is largely obsolete and rarely used in everyday measurements, but it may still be encountered in historical contexts, recipes, or specific legal or traditional settings.