1/1000th: meaning, definitions and examples
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1/1000th
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fractional measurement
One thousandth is a unit of measurement that represents one part of a whole divided into one thousand equal parts. It is commonly used in various fields such as mathematics, science, and engineering to express very small quantities.
Synonyms
0.001, millith, one-thousandth
Examples of usage
- He earned 1/1000th of a percent in interest on his savings.
- The material was measured to be 1/1000th of an inch thick.
- 1/1000th of the population is affected by this condition.
Translations
Translations of the word "1/1000th" in other languages:
๐ต๐น 1/1000
๐ฎ๐ณ 1/1000
๐ฉ๐ช 1/1000
๐ฎ๐ฉ 1/1000
๐บ๐ฆ 1/1000
๐ต๐ฑ 1/1000
๐ฏ๐ต 1/1000
๐ซ๐ท 1/1000
๐ช๐ธ 1/1000
๐น๐ท 1/1000
๐ฐ๐ท 1/1000
๐ธ๐ฆ 1/1000
๐จ๐ฟ 1/1000
๐ธ๐ฐ 1/1000
๐จ๐ณ 1/1000
๐ธ๐ฎ 1/1000
๐ฎ๐ธ 1/1000
๐ฐ๐ฟ 1/1000
๐ฌ๐ช 1/1000
๐ฆ๐ฟ 1/1000
๐ฒ๐ฝ 1/1000
Word origin
The term 'one thousandth', or 1/1000th, is derived from the prefix 'milli-' which is used in the metric system to denote a factor of one thousandth. The word 'milli' comes from the Latin 'mille', meaning 'thousand'. Historically, the use of fractions has been a crucial part of mathematical development, with the representation of parts of a whole being essential in trade, measurement, and various sciences. The need to denote such small values arose with advancements in technology and science, where precision is paramount. The fractional notation has been in use for centuries, evolving from simple ratios to the decimal system we commonly use today.