Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nmi
noun
/ˈɛn ɛm aɪ/
Definition
Nautical Mile International, a unit of measurement used in maritime and air navigation equal to one minute of latitude.
Examples
- The vessel sailed 10 nmi off the coast.
- Air traffic control measured the distance between planes in nmi.
- The chart displayed navigational data in nmi for accuracy.
Meaning
The term ‘nmi’ refers to a specific distance used primarily in navigation that accounts for the curvature of the Earth, making it more suitable for measuring distances over water or in the air.
Synonyms
- nautical mile
- maritime mile
- air mile
