Meaning of the word "kilometres per hour" in English

What does "kilometres per hour" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

kilometres per hour

US /kɪˈlɑː.mə.t̬ɚz pɚ ˈaʊ.ɚ/
UK /ˈkɪl.ə.miː.təz pər ˈaʊ.ər/
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Noun

a unit of speed expressing the number of kilometres travelled in one hour

Example:
The speed limit on this highway is 100 kilometres per hour.
The wind was blowing at 50 kilometres per hour.