SYMBOL

cmcm; centimeter

cm is a German symbol that means cm or centimeter.

Definitions

1.abbreviation for Zentimeter, a unit of length equal to one hundredth of a meter(measurement; symbol)

a.used to indicate a length in centimeters

Das Buch ist 20 cm breit.—The book is 20 cm wide.

Frequently asked questions

What does "cm" mean in English?
"cm" means cm or centimeter. It is a German symbol.
What part of speech is "cm"?
"cm" is a symbol in German.

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