What does centimetre mean?
Centimetre means (metrology) An SI unit of length equal to 10⁻² metres. Symbol: cm.
Centimetre
/ˈsɛn.tɪ.miː.tə/ · noun
Meaning
(metrology) An SI unit of length equal to 10⁻² metres. Symbol: cm.
Example Sentences
Holonyms: decimetre < metre < kilometre < megametre < gigametre < terametre < petametre
Meronyms: picometre < nanometre < micrometre < millimetre
It is not permissible to use abbreviations for unit symbols or unit names, such as sec (for either s or second), sq. mm (for either mm² or square millimetre), cc (for either cm³ or cubic centimetre), or mps (for either m/s or metre per second).
Synonyms for centimetre
Antonyms for centimetre
Related Words
Word Forms
- centimetres
- centimeter
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for centimetre?
Common synonyms include cm, ㎝, centimeter.
What is the opposite of centimetre?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use centimetre in a sentence?
Holonyms: decimetre < metre < kilometre < megametre < gigametre < terametre < petametre
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