Definitions

1. noun

A unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.

“The width of the paper is 8 centimeters.”

2. verb

To measure or express something in centimeters.

“The doctor measured the child’s height in centimeters.”

3. adjective

Relating to or measured in centimeters.

“The centimeter-long ruler helped us measure the object.”