Millimeter: meaning, definitions and examples
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millimeter
[ ˈmɪlɪˌmiːtər ]
measurement unit
A millimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one thousandth of a meter. It is commonly used to measure small distances and sizes in engineering, manufacturing, and science.
Synonyms
millimetre, mm.
Examples of usage
- The width of this bolt is 10 millimeters.
- The paper thickness is only 0.5 millimeters.
- This ruler measures in millimeters.
- A millimeter is often used in precision engineering.
Translations
Translations of the word "millimeter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 milímetro
🇮🇳 मिलीमीटर
🇩🇪 Millimeter
🇮🇩 milimeter
🇺🇦 міліметр
🇵🇱 milimetr
🇯🇵 ミリメートル
🇫🇷 millimètre
🇪🇸 milímetro
🇹🇷 milimetre
🇰🇷 밀리미터
🇸🇦 ميليمتر
🇨🇿 milimetr
🇸🇰 milimeter
🇨🇳 毫米
🇸🇮 milimeter
🇮🇸 millimetri
🇰🇿 миллиметр
🇬🇪 მილიმეტრი
🇦🇿 millimetr
🇲🇽 milímetro
Etymology
The term 'millimeter' comes from the French word 'millimètre', which combines the prefix 'milli-' meaning one thousandth and 'mètre' meaning meter. The metric system was developed in France during the late 18th century and has since been adopted by most countries around the world. The millimeter was introduced as part of the metric units of measurement, which provided a more standardized approach than the previously used imperial system, allowing for greater consistency in scientific and technical fields. The adoption of the millimeter has facilitated international trade and communication in fields such as engineering, manufacturing, and science. The millimeter is widely used in various industries where precision is critical, making it a fundamental unit in the metric system.