tonne
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/tʌn/
metric mass unit
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tonne' originates from French, specifically the word 'tonne,' where it referred to a large cask or barrel.
Historical Evolution
'tonne' was borrowed from the French word 'tonne' and has been used in English since the 19th century to denote a metric ton.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a large cask or barrel, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a metric unit of mass.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a metric unit of mass equal to 1,000 kilograms.
The shipment weighed over 20 tonnes.
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