Definition/Meaning of volume
- English - Noun: volume ( plural volumes ) A unit of three-dimensional measure of space that comprises a length , a width and a height . It is measured in units of cubic centimeters in metric , cubic inches or cubic feet in English measurement . The room is 9x12x8, so its volume is 864 cubic feet . Strength of sound . Measured in decibels . Please turn down the volume on the stereo . The issues of a periodical…
- English - Alternative forms: vol . (abbreviation)
- English - Etymology: From Old French volume , from Latin volūmen ( “ book , roll ” ), from volvō ( “ roll , turn about ” ).
- English - Pronunciation: ( UK ) IPA (key) : /ˈvɒl.juːm/ , /ˈvɒl.jʊm/ ( US ) IPA (key) : /ˈvɑl.jum/ , /ˈvɑl.jəm/
- Asturian - Noun: volume m ( plural volumes ) volume