Mil: meaning, definitions and examples

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mil

 

[ mษชl ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

unit of measurement

A mil is a unit of length equal to one thousandth of an inch. It is commonly used in manufacturing, particularly in the making of plastic sheeting and coatings, where precise thickness is required. The term originates from the Latin 'mille', meaning 'thousand'. In some contexts, it is also used to refer to a military term for a thousand soldiers.

Synonyms

measure, thousandth, unit

Examples of usage

  • The plastic sheeting is 6 mil thick.
  • The wire insulation was measured at 10 mil.
  • In the report, the minimum acceptable thickness was stated as 4 mil.
Context #2 | Verb

to coat or cover

To mil can also mean to apply a coating that is one mil thick. This usage is prevalent in industrial contexts, particularly when discussing the application of paints and protective films. The coating helps to enhance durability and resistance against wear and tear.

Synonyms

apply, coat, cover

Examples of usage

  • They decided to mil the surface to protect it from corrosion.
  • Our team will mil the equipment before shipping.
  • The contractor recommends to mil the final layer for optimal protection.

Translations

Translations of the word "mil" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mil

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคœเคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช tausend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ seribu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะธััั‡ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tysiฤ…c

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mille

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mil

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฒœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู„ู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tisรญc

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tisรญc

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tisoฤ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพรบsund

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผั‹าฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ—แƒแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ min

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mil

Word origin

The term 'mil' has its roots in the Latin word 'mille', which translates to 'thousand'. Historically, it has been utilized in various fields to denote small measurements, typically indicating one-one thousandth of an inch. This fractional measurement is particularly prevalent in industries that require precise dimensions, such as manufacturing, construction, and engineering. The growth of industries using plastic sheeting and coatings in the 20th century led to the broader adoption of 'mil' as a standard unit of measure. However, 'mil' is also informally used in military contexts to denote a thousand troops or units, illustrating the term's versatility across different domains.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,800, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.