milliliter

milliliter definition - medical

mil·li·li·ter (mĭlˈə-lēˈtərˌ)

noun Abbr. ml
A unit of volume equal to one thousandth (10-3) of a liter, 1 cubic centimeter, or about 15 minims.

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