Definition of Sextary

1. n. An ancient Roman liquid and dry measure, about equal to an English pint.

2. n. A sacristy.

Definition of Sextary

1. Noun. An ancient Roman liquid and dry measure, about equal to an English pint. ¹

2. Noun. An Old English measure of liquid, usually wine or cider, perhaps containing 6 gallons. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Sextary

1. Origin: L. Sextarius the sixth part of a measure, weight, etc, fr. Sextus sixth, sex six. An ancient Roman liquid and dry measure, about equal to an English pint. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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