momme

[mom-ee]

noun

plural

momme 

1. a Japanese unit of weight equal to 3.75 grams.

Word History and Origins

Origin of momme¹

1720–30; < Japanese, equivalent to mon- letter (< Middle Chinese, equivalent to Chinese wén ) + -me ( y ) eye (earlier *mai )

Example Sentences

Many products provide the momme count, a number up to 30 that indicates silk’s weight and density, but Gopinath and Arya say it’s not the best unit for quality, because metals or fillers can be added to artificially increase the number.

From Washington Post

In “Momme,” from 2008, Frazier looks straight ahead at her mother, who sits in profile between her and the viewer, half obscuring Frazier.

From New York Times

A sassy personality, a body-positive attitude and hits such as “Some of These Days” and “My Yiddishe Momme” made Sophie Tucker one of the biggest stars of the first half of the 20th century.

From Los Angeles Times

Dumpson’s ordeal has the attention of the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore, says Kathleen Mommè, executive director.

From Washington Times

What better partners to spread a far-reaching message of unity than a peace advocate for diversity and inclusion and a national organization whose theme is “Live United,” Mommè said.

From Washington Times