nm
abbreviationUK /ˌen ˈem/
US /ˌen ˈem/
A short way to write nanometer, a tiny unit for measuring very small things.
The chip is only 5 nm wide.
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2. A short way to write nautical mile, a unit for measuring distance at sea.
The ship sailed 20 nm before sunset.
3. A short way to write nanometer in science and technology writing.
The microscope can see features down to 1 nm.
4. In informal texting, a short way to write 'never mind'.
nm, I found my keys.