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ems

Pronunciation: [ɛmz]

Word

Context: "measurement"

(noun) EMs are a unit of measurement used in typography. They help to describe the size of fonts and spaces between letters. Imagine using ems to make sure your letters look nice and are the right size on a page.

Example

The designer set the margins to 2 ems to ensure plenty of space around the text.

Example

The title was not big enough; it should have been at least 3 ems instead of just 1 em.

Example

How many ems did you use for the font size in your project?

Context: "abbreviation"

(noun) Ems can also refer to emergency medical services, which provide medical help in emergencies. They are like superhero helpers who rush to save people when they are hurt or sick.

Example

The ems team arrived quickly to help the injured person.

Example

The ems did not reach the scene in time to assist before the patient left.

Example

How long does it usually take for the ems to arrive when you call them?

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