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Kilometer

Unit of length in the metric system.

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A kilometer is a unit of length in the metric system equal to one thousand meters. It is commonly used for measuring distances between geographical locations on land.

Pronunciation

/kɪˈloʊˌmiːtə(r)/

Etymology

Kilometer is derived from the French 'kilomètre,' combining 'kilo' (meaning thousand) and 'mètre' (meter).

Explain Like I’m 5

A kilometer is like a really long mile - it's about six-tenths of a mile, so you could walk that distance in about an hour!

Fun Facts

The word 'kilometer' comes from the French words 'kilomètre'
It was created in 1675 by Jean Picard
The kilometer is equal to approximately 0
621371 miles

FAQ

What is a kilometer? It's a unit of length in the metric system
How long is a kilometer? 1000 meters or about 0
62 miles
Where is the kilometer used? It's commonly used in most countries around the world

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

km

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

unit of length metric system

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

meter centimeter millimeter

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

distance measurement

Indexes

measurement standardized unit of measurement

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