Kilo
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkiːləʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kilo is a noun meaning Clipping of kilogram.
Meaning
Clipping of kilogram.
More Meanings
- (international standards) Alternative letter-case form of Kilo from the NATO/ICAO Phonetic Alphabet.
Example Sentences
The San Juan market is Mexico City's most famous deli of exotic meats, where an adventurous shopper can hunt down hard-to-find critters […]. But the priciest items in the market aren't the armadillo steaks or even the bluefin tuna. That would be the frozen chicatanas – giant winged ants – at around $500 a kilo.
Word Forms
- kilos
Synonyms for kilo
Depending on context, synonyms include key, kilogram.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include kilogram, key, kilometer, kilogramme, tonne, ton.
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