What is the meaning of meter?

noun

  • The basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1. 094 yards.
  • Any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity.
  • Prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse.
  • Rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration.

verb

  • Measure with a meter.
    • usage: "meter the flow of water"
  • Stamp with a meter indicating the postage.
    • usage: "meter the mail"
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