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Meaning of metric in English
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛtrɪk/
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Classifying Adjective
metric
Definitions
1.
the rhythmic arrangement of syllables
Synonyms
rhythmical
rhythmic
Noun
metric
Definitions
1.
a function of a topological space that gives, for any two points in the space, a value equal to the distance between them
2.
a decimal unit of measurement of the metric system (based on meters and kilograms and seconds)
Examples
« convert all the measurements to metric units »
« it is easier to work in metric »
3.
a system of related measures that facilitates the quantification of some particular characteristic
Qualitative Adjective
metric
Etymology
mid 19th century (as an adjective relating to length): from French métrique, from mètre (see metre)
Definitions
1.
based on the meter as a standard of measurement
Examples
« the metric system »
« metrical equivalents »