millesimal
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /mɪˈlɛsɪməl/
KK: /mɪˈlɛsɪməl/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or consisting of one part in a thousand.
Example
The millesimal system is used to measure very small quantities accurately.
Conversation
Did you know that the recipe calls for a millesimal measurement of the ingredients?
Really? I’ve never heard that term before.
Yeah, it means you need to use a thousandth of a unit.
That makes sense! I guess I need to get better at these precise measurements.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
thousandth
Antonyms
whole
entire
complete
noun
Definition
A term that refers to one part out of a thousand equal parts of something.
Example
In the millesimal system, each unit is divided into a thousand smaller units.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of the term millesimal?
Yeah, isn't it related to measurements or fractions?
Exactly! It's like one part out of a thousand.
Root Explanation
Millesimal → It is formed from "mille" (from Latin *mille*, meaning thousand) and "-esimal" (from Latin *esimus*, meaning -th, as in ordinal numbers). The word "millesimal" refers to something that is one part in a thousand, indicating a very small fraction or division.
Memory Tip
Think of 'mille' meaning thousand, and remember that 'millesimal' refers to something that is one part of a thousand.
Visually Confused Words
milesima