giga-

Definition

In the International System of Units and other metric systems of units, multiplying the unit to which it is attached by 10⁹ (short scale billion or long scale milliard).

Etymology

From Ancient Greek γίγας (gígas, “giant”); cognate to giant.

Example Sentences

• "giga- + watt → gigawatt ("one billion watts")"
• "Wow, I am giga-jealous right now."
• "giga- + Chad → gigachad"

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