metric (Meaning)
metric (n)
a function of a topological space that gives, for any two points in the space, a value equal to the distance between them
a decimal unit of measurement of the metric system (based on meters and kilograms and seconds)
a system of related measures that facilitates the quantification of some particular characteristic
metric (a)
based on the meter as a standard of measurement
metric (s)
the rhythmic arrangement of syllables
metric (a.)
Relating to measurement; involving, or proceeding by, measurement.
Of or pertaining to the meter as a standard of measurement; of or pertaining to the decimal system of measurement of which a meter is the unit; as, the metric system; a metric measurement.
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metric Sentence Examples
- The distance runners pushed themselves to the metric limit during the 10-kilometer race.
- The construction plans specified that the building's height should not exceed 100 meters according to metric measurements.
- The Olympic swimmer's time was measured using a metric stopwatch, ensuring precision.
- The laboratory's metric scale allowed for precise measurements down to the nearest millimeter.
- The engineers used metric standards to ensure accuracy in the design and construction of the bridge.
- The hikers carefully measured their elevation using a metric altimeter to track their ascent.
- The dosage of the medication was prescribed in metric units, such as milliliters and milligrams.
- The architects designed the house to comply with metric building codes, maximizing space efficiency.
- The recipe called for specific metric measurements of ingredients to ensure the dish's consistency.
- The meteorologists used metric units to report the temperature, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure in a comprehensive weather forecast.
FAQs About the word metric
a function of a topological space that gives, for any two points in the space, a value equal to the distance between them, a decimal unit of measurement of the
benchmark, measure, standard,criterion, touchstone,yardstick, rule, example, grade, barometer
deviation, deviation, abnormality,abnormality, aberration,aberration
The distance runners pushed themselves to the metric limit during the 10-kilometer race.
The construction plans specified that the building's height should not exceed 100 meters according to metric measurements.
The Olympic swimmer's time was measured using a metric stopwatch, ensuring precision.
The laboratory's metric scale allowed for precise measurements down to the nearest millimeter.
