Imperial
Imperial
Imperial (pronunciation: /ɪmˈpɪərɪəl/) is a term that is often used in the context of medicine to refer to measurements that are based on the British Imperial System. This system is used in the United Kingdom and other countries that were previously part of the British Empire.
Etymology
The term "Imperial" originates from the Latin word "imperialis", which means "of the empire or emperor". It was first used in the context of measurements in the early 19th century when the British Imperial System was established.
Related Terms
- British Imperial System: The system of weights and measures that was officially adopted in the United Kingdom in 1824. It includes units such as the pound, ounce, foot, and inch.
- Metric System: An alternative system of measurements that is based on the meter, kilogram, and second. It is used in most countries around the world, including those in Europe and Asia.
- United States Customary Units: The system of measurements that is commonly used in the United States. It is similar to the British Imperial System, but there are some differences in the sizes of certain units.
- Conversion (measurement): The process of changing from one system of measurement to another. This is often necessary when dealing with medical data that has been recorded using different systems.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Imperial
- Wikipedia's article - Imperial
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