Search Dictionary
Definition of kilometer

kilometer

/ˈkɪləˌmiːtər/
(UK: kilometre)
kil · o · me · ter
Plural:kilometers
•
Adjective:kilometric
JUMP TO:

kilometer Lexical Profile

kilometer Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

American A metric unit of length equal to 1,000 meters (approximately 0.62137 miles).

Example

"The marathon runners had only one kilometer left before reaching the finish line."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for kilometer

Word Nuance & Usage

Spelled "kilometer" in American English and "kilometre" in British and Commonwealth English.

• Rhymes for kilometer

• Nearby Words

kilogram
kilojoule
kiloliter
kilometer
kilowatt
kilt
kilted

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 19th century from French kilomètre, formed during the introduction of the metric system from Greek khilioi ("thousand") and metron ("measure").

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Kilometer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 1, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/kilometer
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.