Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sil

Noun

/sɪl/

Definition

A unit of measurement reflecting the volume of a specific substance or material.

Examples

The carpenter used a sil of wood to calculate the amount needed for the project.
In this workshop, we will learn how to measure fabric in sil for precision sewing.

Meaning

In contextual usage, ‘sil’ may refer to a measurement term, but it is not widely recognized as a standalone word in formal English. It may be used in specific industries or dialects.