What does LITRE mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

• A metric unit of capacity, equal to one cubic decimetre (US: liter).

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈliːtər/
• UK: /ˈlɪtə/

Origin and Usage:

The word "litre" originated from the French word "litre", which means "a measure of capacity". It was first introduced in the metric system in 1795 and has been widely used as a unit of measurement for liquids ever since. In the US, the spelling "liter" is more commonly used.

Synonyms:

• cubic decimetre

Related Words:

• meter
• water
• power
• timer
• money

Example Sentences:

• The recipe calls for 2 litres of milk.
• He drank a litre of water after the workout.
• The fuel tank has a capacity of 50 litres.