Meaning of unit in English
1. a single, complete thing that can belong something larger
The family is the basic unit of society.
2. a machine or piece of equipment that fits together with others of the same type
a kitchen[sink, desk] unit
3. a group of soldiers forming part of a larger military organization; military unit
an army unit
4. an amount or quantity used as a standard of measurement
A meter is a unit of length.