noun
- A metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters or approximately 0.264 U.S. gallons.
Usage: Standard spelling in British English and most Commonwealth countries; American English typically uses 'liter'.; Commonly used to measure liquids and the capacity of containers.
Examples
- A standard bottle of water holds about one litre.
- The recipe calls for two litres of milk.
- Car fuel consumption is often measured in litres per 100 kilometres.
- She bought a five-litre container of olive oil.
- The engine has a displacement of 2.0 litres.