Measuring Unit (Noun)
Meaning
A unit of measurement.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- Pounds is a measuring unit used to weigh ingredients in cooking.
- The meter is the standard measuring unit of length in the metric system.
- The local store used grams as their primary measuring unit for weighing produce.
- Liters is the measuring unit used to measure large volumes of liquids.
- Inches is a measuring unit used in construction to measure the dimensions of building materials.