Maß

The Maß ("measure") is an old Austro-Bavarian unit of volume, now typically used for measuring beer. Originally it measured 1.069 litres, equivalent to 2.259 US pints, or 1.881 UK pints. Nowadays, a Maß is defined as exactly 1 litre.Maß is often used as an abbreviation for Maßkrug (plural: Maßkrüge), a mug with 1 litre volume frequently used in Bavarian beer gardens and beer halls. It is of the kind often referred to as a stein by English speakers.Maßkrüge can be made of stoneware or of glass. A stoneware mug can be referred to as a Steinkrug or "Keferloher". A glass mug is referred to as a "Glaskrug." The glaskrug is the mug most often used in beer gardens or at home. Many Steinkrüge are designed for decorative use only. Old or collectible Maßkrüge with lead-based firing glaze should not be used for drinking.
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n. measure, unit of measurement; system of measuring; prescribed distance or quantity; scale, gradation, system of marks used for measuring; measurement, assessment of capacity or dimension; degree, extent, scope, size, criterion

v. measure, gauge, quantify; weigh, assess, evaluate, estimate

(n.) one litre beer, important Bavarian measurement

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