Another Word For Ml

Meaning

The term 'ml' is often a typographical error or an abbreviation. In most contexts, 'ml' refers to milliliters, which is a unit of volume in the metric system. It is commonly used in scientific and culinary measurements to indicate the volume of liquids. One milliliter is equal to one-thousandth of a liter.

Synonyms

• cc (cubic centimeters)
• mL (another abbreviation for milliliters)
• fluid ounce (though this is a larger unit)

Antonyms

• liter (larger unit of volume)
• gallon (much larger unit of volume)
• cubic meter (significantly larger unit of volume)

Etymology

The abbreviation 'ml' comes from the metric system. The prefix 'milli-' means one-thousandth (1/1000) and is used to denote a volume that is one-thousandth of a liter. The word 'liter' itself is derived from the French 'litre,' which in turn comes from the Greek word 'litron,' a measure of volume.

Examples of Usage

1. To accurately measure the liquid, pour 50 ml of water into the container.
2. The recipe calls for 200 ml of milk.
3. Each dose of the medicine should be taken in 5 ml increments.