meter
Derived from the Greek 'metron', meaning 'measure'.
NOUN
(1)
[/ˈmiː.tər/en-US]
Antonyms
imprecision
A meter is a unit of measurement in the metric system, used to quantify length. It is equivalent to 100 centimeters or approximately 39.37 inches. The term is derived from the Greek 'metron', meaning 'measure'.
Regular
| plural |
|---|
| meters |
- The room is five meters long. — この部屋は5メートルの長さです。
- The distance between the two trees is about three meters. — 2本の木の間の距離は約3メートルです。
- He needs a meter stick to measure the table. — 彼はテーブルを測るためにメートル棒が必要です。
register: formal
VERB
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[/ˈmiː.tər/en-US]
To meter means to measure something, often in terms of length or amount. This action involves determining dimensions or quantities and is related to the noun form of the word. Unlike simply guessing, metering provides an accurate way of quantification.
Regular
| past | present_participle |
|---|---|
| metered | metering |
- I need to meter the fabric before cutting it. — 布を切る前に測る必要があります。
- The engineer will meter the dimensions of the building plans. — エンジニアは建物の計画の寸法を測るでしょう。
- Can you meter the amount of water needed for the recipe? — レシピに必要な水の量を測ることができますか？
register: formal