meter

[ˈmiːtə(r)]

meter Definition

  • 1a device that measures and records the amount of electricity, gas, water, or heat that has been used
  • 2a unit of length in the metric system, equal to 100 centimeters

Using meter: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "meter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The electricity meter is located in the basement.

  • Example

    The gas meter needs to be read every month.

  • Example

    The water meter showed a significant increase in usage.

  • Example

    The apartment is 50 square meters.

meter Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with meter

  • a device used to collect money in exchange for the right to park a vehicle in a particular space for a limited amount of time

    Example

    Don't forget to feed the parking meter before you leave.

  • a female parking enforcement officer who issues tickets to vehicles parked illegally

    Example

    I got a ticket from a meter maid for parking in a no-parking zone.

  • the process of recording the amount of electricity, gas, water, or heat that has been used

    Example

    The meter reading showed that we had used more electricity than usual.

Origins of meter

from Greek 'metron', meaning 'measure'

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Summary: meter in Brief

The term 'meter' [ˈmiːtə(r)] refers to a device that measures and records the amount of electricity, gas, water, or heat that has been used. It also refers to a unit of length in the metric system, equal to 100 centimeters. Examples include 'The electricity meter is located in the basement.' and 'The apartment is 50 square meters.' Phrases include 'parking meter,' 'meter maid,' and 'meter reading.'

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