liter
UK: ˈliːtə | US: ˈliːtər
n. a metric unit of capacity equal to one cubic decimeter or 1.0567 liquid quarts.
The word "liter" originates from the French "litre," which was derived from the older French term "litron," a measure of capacity. This, in turn, traces back to the Medieval Latin "litra" and ultimately the Greek "litra," a unit of weight. The modern metric sense was standardized during the French Revolution as part of the metric system's development. The "-er" suffix here functions as a noun-forming ending, typical in metric terminology.
The bottle contains exactly one liter of water.
Fuel efficiency is often measured in liters per 100 kilometers.
She bought a liter of milk from the grocery store.
The recipe calls for half a liter of broth.
In Europe, soda is commonly sold in 1.5-liter bottles.