Millilitre
/ˈmɪliliːtər,mɪl/noun
A unit of volume that is equal to one thousandth of a litre.
The doctor prescribed him a syrup and told him to take 5 millilitres after meals.
Often appears as...
- millilitre of medicine
- millilitre of liquid
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Measurement Precision
Millilitre is used when measuring small, precise volumes, especially in cooking, medicine, or sciences.
Add 10 millilitres of vanilla extract to the mixture.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Large Volumes
It’s uncommon to use 'millilitre' when referring to large volumes; litres or other units are preferred.
The tank can hold 50 litres, not 50,000 millilitres.
Pro Tip 3/3Common in Labels
'Millilitre' is often found on labels for beverages, perfumes, and any fluids to indicate quantity.
This bottle contains 750 millilitres of olive oil.
Never forget "Millilitre"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension