centimeter
2 synonyms for centimeter, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
cm
centimetre
How to use centimeter
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a few centimeters
square centimeter
Frequently asked questions
What does “centimeter” mean?
The word “centimeter” means a unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter. In plain terms, a small metric unit of length, one hundredth of a meter.
How do you use “centimeter” in a sentence?
Here is “centimeter” used in a sentence: “The pencil is about fifteen centimeters long.”
What part of speech is “centimeter”?
“Centimeter” is a noun.
