Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cm

noun
ˈsɛn.tɪˌmi.tər
Definition
Centimeter, a metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter.
Examples
  • The desk is 75 cm wide.
  • The fabric is available in lengths of 50 cm.
  • The height of the plant is 30 cm.
Meaning
A centimeter is used to measure short distances or lengths, particularly in the fields of science and everyday measurements.
Synonyms
  • centimeter
  • cm