Centigrams

/ˈsɛn.ti.ɡræmz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of centigram; multiple units of mass, each equal to one hundredth of a gram.

Etymology

Regular English plural of 'centigram,' formed by adding '-s.' Used in scientific, medical, and pharmaceutical contexts.

Kelly Says

Aspirin tablets are typically labeled as 325 centigrams or 3.25 grams—the pharmaceutical industry uses centigrams on some labels to avoid decimal points, which can be misread and cause dangerous dosing errors!

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