millimeter
word
Definition
A unit of length in the metric system equal to one thousandth of a meter (0.001 meter). It is used to measure very small distances or thicknesses.
Usage & Nuances
Always spelled 'millimeter' in US English and 'millimetre' in British English. Abbreviated as 'mm'. Commonly used in science, engineering, and construction to express small measurements. Not typically used for everyday lengths (like height or room size).
Example Sentences
The insect is only two millimeters long.
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Could you move that line one millimeter to the left?
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The doctor said the tumor grew by just a few millimeters this year.
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The width of this paper is 210 millimeters.
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He measured exactly five millimeters of rain.
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There's not even a single millimeter of space left in my suitcase.
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