Centiliter

/ˈsɛn.ti.ˌli.tər/ noun

Definition

A unit of volume in the metric system equal to one hundredth of a liter, or about 0.34 fluid ounces.

Etymology

From 'centi-' (one hundredth) + 'liter' (from Latin 'litra,' a unit of capacity). The centiliter was standard throughout the metric system established in France.

Kelly Says

Recipe measurements in metric countries are often given in centiliters—250 centiliters equals a standard cup, and medicine syringes are marked in centiliters, making this tiny unit surprisingly practical for everyday cooking and healthcare!

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