dramme

/ˈdrɑːmi/ (DRAH-mee)

Definitions

1. noun

A unit of mass in the metric system, equivalent to 15 grams or 0.528 ounces.

“The recipe called for 10 dramme of sugar to make the perfect dessert.”

2. noun

A unit of volume or dry measure, equivalent to 60 drops or 1.8 milliliters.

“The medicine bottle contained 2 dramme of liquid.”

Synonyms

  • gram
  • milliliter

Antonyms

  • kilogram
  • liter