Mil

/mɪl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A unit of measure equal to one-thousandth of an inch, used in calculating the thickness of materials.

The plastic sheet has a thickness of 100 mils.

A term used in military contexts, often referring to a soldier or member of the armed forces.

The mil served his country for over a decade.

A unit of currency in some countries, specifically referring to a thousandth of a currency unit.

The price was set at 500 mils.

verb

To cover or coat with a thin layer of material.

The workers mil the surfaces of the wood to protect it.

Originates from Latin 'mille', meaning 'thousand'.

mil spec

Referring to military specifications or standards.

mil rate

Referring to taxation calculated per thousand dollars.

military time

Referring to the 24-hour clock format used by the military.

millimeter

A unit of length equal to one thousandth of a meter.

militia

A military force that is raised from the civil population.

military

Relating to the armed forces or the profession of soldiering.

Short for a million.

I just scored a mil in the lottery.

A term used to refer to military personnel or activities.

He's got a real mil vibe about him.