Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
millimeter
noun
/ˈmɪlɪˌmiːtər/
Definition
A millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-thousandth of a meter.
Examples
- The thickness of a credit card is approximately 0.76 millimeters.
- When measuring the length of a tiny insect, you might use millimeters for precision.
- The doctor recommended a 2 millimeter incision for the procedure.
Meaning
Millimeter is commonly used to measure small distances or thicknesses, particularly in fields such as science and engineering.
Synonyms
- millimetre
- mm
