Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
units
noun
/ˈjuːnɪts/
Definition
Units are standard quantities used to express measurements of different kinds.
Examples
- The recipe calls for two units of flour.
- The distance is measured in kilometers, which are standard units for measuring length.
- In science, different units like liters, grams, and meters are essential for conducting experiments.
Meaning
In a broad sense, units serve as a way to quantify and describe various attributes such as length, weight, or volume.
Synonyms
- measures
- quantities
- standard
