Cubic Inch (Noun)
Meaning
The volume equal to a cube one inch on each side.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The engine displacement is measured in cubic inches, which gives an idea of its power and efficiency.
- The airbag's expansion is calibrated to inflate to a specific volume in cubic inches within a fraction of a second.
- In woodworking, cubic inches are often used to measure the volume of wood used for furniture and construction.
- One way to estimate the weight of a loose material like soil is to measure its volume in cubic inches and then look up the material's density.
- Measuring a storage space's volume in cubic inches helps consumers understand the exact amount of room they'll have for storing goods.