: a metric unit of capacity equal to one cubic decimeter see Metric System Table
Examples of liter in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebThat estimate is for a person who drinks two liters of water daily for 70 years.—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024 For a weekend backpacking trip or thru-hike, consider leveling up to 30-50 liters.—Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 17 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for liter
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Word History
Etymology
French litre, from Medieval Latin litra, a measure, from Greek, a weight
: a metric unit of capacity equal to the volume of one kilogram of water at 4°C (39°F) and at standard atmospheric pressure of 760 millimeters of mercury
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