Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
millisecond
Noun
/ˈmɪlɪˌsɛkənd/
Definition
A millisecond is a unit of time equal to one thousandth of a second.
Examples
- The response time of the software was just 20 milliseconds.
- In video games, every millisecond counts for competitive players.
- Data transfer speeds can be measured in milliseconds, reflecting efficiency.
Meaning
It is often used to measure time intervals in various fields, especially in computing and electronics.
Synonyms
- 1/1000 second
- ms
