kilogram

/ˈkɪləɡræm/

Definitions

1. noun

a unit of mass in the International System of Units (SI), equal to 1000 grams

“The package weighed two kilogrammes.”

2. noun

a large amount of something, especially food

“She cooked a kilogram of rice for the party.”

3. verb

to weigh or measure something in kilograms

“The shop assistant kilogrammed the meat and put it on the scale.”

Synonyms

  • gram
  • metric ton

Antonyms

  • ounce
  • pound