Definition

A unit of temperature that is one-thousandth of a degree.

Example

The temperature increased by five millidegrees during the experiment.

Conversation

Did you know that a millidegree is one-thousandth of a degree?

No, I didn't! That's a pretty small measurement.

Yeah, it's often used in scientific research.

That makes sense — precision is key in those fields!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Millidegree → It is formed from "milli-" (meaning one thousandth) and "degree" (from Latin "gradus", meaning step or degree). The word "millidegree" refers to one thousandth of a degree, often used in temperature measurements.

Memory Tip

Think of 'milli-' meaning one thousandth, and 'degree' as a step in measurement — so a millidegree is a tiny step, specifically one thousandth of a degree.

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