Meaning & Definition of word "Liter"

Liter

/ˈliːtər/

noun:

  • 1. A metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter (1 L = 1 dm³), commonly used to measure liquids.
    • Example: She poured a liter of water into the pot.
  • 2. A unit of capacity in the metric system, equivalent to 1,000 cubic centimeters.
    • Example: The recipe calls for two liters of milk.
  • 3. A unit used to express the volume of a gas, often in conjunction with pressure and temperature.
    • Example: The car's fuel tank holds 40 liters.
  • 4. A measure of liquid in various contexts, such as beverages or chemicals.
    • Example: He drank a liter of soda at the party.
  • 5. An informal way to quantify large volumes in everyday language.
    • Example: The rain was so heavy that the gauge measured over five liters.

Etymology

From French 'litre', from Greek 'litra' meaning a measure.

Common Phrases and Expressions

literally:

In a literal manner; exactly.

liters of:

Used informally to indicate a large quantity of something.

Related Words

milliliter:

A unit of volume equal to one-thousandth of a liter.

gallon:

A unit of volume used in the US and UK, equivalent to approximately 3.785 liters.

Slang Meanings of liter

Meaning: A large volume or quantity, informally expressed.

Example Sentence: I drank a liter of coffee, I'm wired!