Medieval Glossary
Noggin
A basic unit of English capacity (similar to an inch for measurements of length). Two noggins make up a gill, while four noggins make up a pint.
Related term(s): Gill; Pint; Quart; Gallon
Category: Weights and Measures
Added: 10.08.04
Source information:
Nicholson, Edward. Men and Measures. London: Smith, Elder, and Company, 1912. 125.
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