litre

noun

li·​tre

variant spelling of liter

: a metric unit of capacity equal to one cubic decimeter see Metric System Table

Examples of litre in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

During a police interview, the accused admitted drinking a half litre of vodka prior to leaving home for the match. — Colin Millar, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026

Such batteries tend to have higher energy densities (more energy per kg or litre) and have improved thermal safety (less fire risk). — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 23 Nov. 2025

He was said to have been carrying a twenty-five-litre backpack made by Ozark Trail, a brand sold primarily at Walmart. — Paige Williams, New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2026

With 10 metres of cable, a 9-litre tank, and weighing in at 8kg, this reliable little vacuum is perfect for heavy duty tasks around the house or office. — Alex Harrington, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for litre

• aliter
• ammeter
• completer
• demeter
• preheater
• repeater
• saltpetre
• ureter
• voltmeter
• wattmeter
• amphitheater
• bolometer

Kids Definition

litre

variant of liter

Medical Definition

litre

li·​tre ˈlēt-ər 

chiefly British variant of liter