Definition

1. Noun:
   • A unit of mass in the metric system: A hectogram is a metric unit of mass equal to 100 grams. It is not a commonly used unit in everyday contexts but is part of the metric system's hierarchy.

Usage

• The word "hectogram" is used primarily in scientific, technical, or educational contexts when discussing metric weights. It is less common than grams or kilograms in daily use.
• It functions as a countable noun (e.g., one hectogram, ten hectograms).

Examples

• Noun:
  • The recipe requires 2 hectograms of flour. (This means 200 grams of flour.)
  • A hectogram is one-tenth of a kilogram.

Advanced Usage

• Scientific Measurement: Used in contexts where precise metric subdivisions are standard, such as in some European markets or old scientific literature.
  • The chemical sample weighed exactly five hectograms.

Variants and Related Words

• Hectogramme: An alternative, chiefly British, spelling of "hectogram." The meaning is identical.
• Hg: The standard metric symbol for hectogram(s).

Synonyms

• 100 grams: This is a descriptive synonym, as a hectogram is defined as 100 grams.

Different Meanings

• The word "hectogram" has only one specific meaning related to metric mass measurement. It does not have other common definitions or usages.

Notes

• There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs associated with the word "hectogram" due to its highly technical and specific nature.

Noun

1. 100 grams