gram
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A small unit of weight used in the metric system, about the weight of a paperclip.
Usage notes
Written as "g" for short, as in "500g of sugar".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The recipe calls for two hundred _____ of flour."
Answer: gram
In your own words, what does "gram" mean?
A small unit of weight used in the metric system, about the weight of a paperclip.
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