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Centimeter

The centimeter (cm) is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter or 0.01 meters. It is commonly used for measuring smaller lengths or dimensions, such as the height of a person or the size of an object.

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The centimeter is derived from the meter, which is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). The term "centimeter" comes from the Latin prefix "centi-", meaning one hundred, and "meter", meaning measure. The centimeter was introduced in the 18th century as part of the development of the metric system during the French Revolution, aimed at creating a universal and consistent system of measurements. Today, the centimeter is widely used for everyday measurements, especially for smaller distances or dimensions.

Inch

The inch (in) is a unit of length in both the imperial system and the U.S. customary system. It is equal to 1/12 of a foot, or approximately 2.54 centimeters. The inch is commonly used for measuring small lengths, such as the dimensions of objects, screen sizes, and body measurements.

Origin:

The inch has ancient origins and was originally based on the width of a human thumb or the length of a typical barleycorn (a small grain). The term "inch" comes from the Latin word "uncia", meaning "one-twelfth," referencing its relationship to the foot, which was divided into 12 inches in the Roman system. The definition of the inch evolved over time, with various regions and cultures using different standards. In England, the inch was standardized during the 14th century as 1/12 of a foot, and this definition was adopted in other countries using the imperial system. Today, the inch is precisely defined as 2.54 centimeters, in line with the metric system.

Convert Centimeter to other length-converter units

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