cubic metre
Definition
- Noun:
- A metric unit of volume: A "cubic metre" is a standard unit for measuring volume in the metric system. It represents the volume of a cube whose sides are each one metre in length.
- Equal to 1000 litres: Its capacity is equivalent to one thousand litres.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The swimming pool holds 50 cubic metres of water.
- We ordered two cubic metres of sand for the garden project.
- Natural gas consumption is often measured in cubic metres.
Advanced Usage
- Scientific and Engineering Context: The cubic metre is the SI (International System of Units) derived unit for volume. It is commonly used in scientific calculations, engineering, and commerce for materials like concrete, soil, and gases.
- The density of the substance is 800 kilograms per cubic metre.
Variants and Related Words
- Cubic meter: The American English spelling of "cubic metre".
- m³: The standard symbolic abbreviation, read as "cubic metre(s)".
- Kilolitre (kL): A unit equal to one cubic metre or 1000 litres.
Synonyms
- Stereo: A term sometimes used for a cubic metre of cut wood.
- Kilolitre: Specifically denotes the same capacity of 1000 litres.
Related Phrases
- Cubic centimetre (cm³ or cc): A much smaller unit of volume; 1,000,000 cubic centimetres equal one cubic metre.
- Cubic decimetre (dm³): Equal to one litre; 1000 cubic decimetres equal one cubic metre.
Noun
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a metric unit of volume or capacity equal to 1000 liters
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