meter
meter
meter - Dictionary definition and meaning for word meter
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(noun) the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
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(noun) any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity
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(noun) (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse
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(noun) rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
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(verb) measure with a meter
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(verb) stamp with a meter indicating the postage
(noun) the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
Definition
(noun) any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity
Definition
(noun) (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse
Definition
(noun) rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
Definition
(verb) measure with a meter
Example Sentence
- meter the flow of water
Definition
(verb) stamp with a meter indicating the postage
Example Sentence
- meter the mail