centimeter — A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsentɪˌmitər/
Example Sentences
- My phone is exactly 15 centimeters tall, which is perfect for my tiny hands.
- The doctor said I grew 2 centimeters this year - I'm practically a giant now!
- Please cut the paper into strips that are 3 centimeters wide.
centimeter
NOUN[/ˈsentɪˌmitər/]
A metric unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Centimeter combines Latin 'centum' (hundred) and Greek 'metron' (measure), creating a compound term for a metric unit. This neoclassical formation emerged in the late 18th century with the development of the metric system, literally denoting one hundredth of a meter.
Breakdown
centi- (from Latin centum, meaning one hundredth) + -meter (from Greek metron, meaning measure or unit of measurement).
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📝Examples
“My phone is exactly 15 centimeters tall, which is perfect for my tiny hands.”
“The doctor said I grew 2 centimeters this year - I'm practically a giant now!”
“Please cut the paper into strips that are 3 centimeters wide.”
“The gap between the door and the floor is about one centimeter.”
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