Meaning of metrical in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈmɛtrək(ə)l/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    metrical

    Definitions

    1. the rhythmic arrangement of syllables

    Synonyms

  2. Qualitative Adjective

    metrical

    Etymology

    late Middle English: via Latin from Greek metrikos (from metron: see metre)+ -al

    Definitions

    1. based on the meter as a standard of measurement

    Examples

    • « the metric system »
    • « metrical equivalents »

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