linear unit

ریشه

The term 'linear' comes from the Latin word 'linearis', meaning 'belonging to a line'. 'Unit' comes from the Latin word 'unitas', meaning 'oneness'.

مثال

• The meter is a commonly used linear unit in the metric system.
• In the imperial system, the inch is a linear unit for measuring small lengths.
• Kilometers and miles are larger linear units used for measuring longer distances.