Milligram (noun)

A unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a gram.

Origin:

From latin mille, meaning thousand and gram, meaning weight. it is a cognate with german milligramm, dutch milligram and swedish milligram. it is used to indicate a unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a gram.

Examples:

1. The medication was prescribed at a dose of 50 milligrams.
2. The tablet contained 200 milligrams of the active ingredient.
3. The package was labeled as containing 10 milligrams of sugar.
4. The sample weighed only a few milligrams.
5. The recommended daily dose of vitamin C is 60 milligrams.