unit
UK/'juːnɪt/US/'ju:nit/
NGSL 1kA2
Definitions
n.
A single thing, person, or group regarded as one complete entity.
单个的事物、人或团体；一个整体单元。
n.
A fixed quantity used as a standard of measurement.
（计量的）单位。
n.
A self-contained part of a larger whole, such as an apartment or a course module.
（整体中的）单元，套间，单位部门。
Root Breakdown
Root-derived=unit
Straight from Latin unus (one): a unit is literally 'one thing.' Whether it is one item, one measurement, or one apartment, the core idea never leaves — a single, countable whole.
Root un still carries 30 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.unit of measurement计量单位
- 2.family unit家庭单元
- 3.production unit生产单位
- 4.housing unit住宅单元
Example Sentences
- 1.
The kitchen comes with a fridge and a washing unit.
- 2.
Speed is measured in units of kilometers per hour.
- 3.
The army moved one unit forward at dawn.