Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
metric ton
noun
/ˈmɛtrɪk tɒn/
Definition
A metric ton is a unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms, commonly used in the metric system.
Examples
- The truck can carry up to 10 metric tons of cargo.
- She weighed the fish and found it to be 2 metric tons.
Meaning
The term ‘metric ton’ is used to measure weight and is utilized in many countries around the world that adopt the metric system.
Synonyms
- tonne
- metric tonne
