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Meter Definition & Meaning

meter
noun
  1. the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
  2. any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity
  3. (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse
  4. rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
verb
  1. measure with a meter; "meter the flow of water"
  2. stamp with a meter indicating the postage; "meter the mail"

"Meter" in song lyrics

See how meter is used in real songs:

  • "Lead the new, leave the Hannibal hectic off the meter"
    Ali — I Got This
  • "Try your digital lexicon, we low on the meter"
    Analog Brothers — Analog Anilalator vrs. Silver Surfer
  • "Wild scannin the technological rhythm laser vibo meter"
    Analog Brothers — Analog Brothers Intro

Usage tips for "meter"

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Frequently asked questions

What does meter mean?
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 measure with a meter; "meter the flow of water" stamp with a meter indicating the postage; "meter the mail"
What part of speech is meter?
Meter is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does meter have?
Meter has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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