Liter (noun)

1. A unit of volume in the metric system, equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (about 61 cubic inches).
2. A unit of capacity, equal to one cubic decimeter, used in measuring liquid volumes.

Origin:

From latin litra ("poun.d")

Examples:

1. The bottle contained two liters of water.
2. The engine oil capacity is four liters.
3. The liter is a unit of volume in the metric system.
4. The liter is used to measure liquid volumes.
5. The car's fuel tank holds 50 liters.