Milliliters are a unit of measurement commonly used in science and medicine to describe the volume or capacity of liquids. Synonyms for milliliters include cubic centimeters (cc), which are equivalent to 1 milliliter, and milligrams (mg), which are used to describe the weight or mass of liquids or powders. Other synonyms for milliliters include fluid ounces (fl oz) and liters (L), which are used for larger volumes of liquids. The abbreviations ml and mL are commonly used to denote milliliters. It is important to use the correct units of measurement when measuring liquids to accurately determine the dosage or quantity needed for a particular application or treatment.