decigram

dec·i·gram

D d

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [des-i-gram]
- /ˈdɛs ɪˌgræm/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [des-i-gram]
- /ˈdɛs ɪˌgræm/

Definitions of decigram word

noun decigram a unit of measurement that is equivalent to one tenth of a gram 3
noun decigram one tenth of a gram (1.5432 grains or 0.003527 ounce) 3
noun decigram a unit of mass or weight equal to 1/10 (0.1) gram (1.543 grains). Abbreviation: dg. 1
noun decigram An SI unit of mass equal to 0.1 grams. 1
noun decigram (metrology) An SI unit of mass equal to 10−1 grams. 0

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Origin of decigram

First appearance:

before 1800

One of the 42% newest English words

From the French word décigramme, dating back to 1800-10. See deci-, -gram2

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Parts of speech for Decigram

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decigram popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

decigram usage trend in Literature

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