meter1 |
the basic unit of length of the metric system, equal to one hundred centimeters or 3.28 feet. |
meter2 |
a particular rhythmic pattern or the rhythmic pattern of units or feet of poetry. [3 definitions] |
meter3 |
a device that measures or records distance, speed, time, quantity, or degree. |
methane |
a gas made of carbon and hydrogen atoms that is stored in and collected from the earth. Methane is used for heating and cooking in the form of natural gas. |
method |
a way of doing something. [2 definitions] |
meticulous |
very careful or precise. |
metre |
a spelling of "meter1" (unit of measure) and "meter2" (musical time) used in Canada and Britain. See "meter" for more information. |
metric1 |
having to do with the metric or international system of measurement. |
metric system |
a system of weights and measures that is based on the number ten. |
metric ton |
a unit of weight equal to one thousand kilograms. |
metronome |
a device that marks a regular period of time with a clicking sound. A metronome can be set at different speeds and is used by musicians to keep time during practice. |
metropolis |
a large city. |
metropolitan |
having to do with a large city and the communities around it. |
mew1 |
a small cry made by a cat. [2 definitions] |
Mexican |
of or having to do with Mexico or its people. [2 definitions] |
Mexico |
a country in North America south of the United States. Mexico City is the capital of Mexico. |
Mexico City |
the capital city of Mexico. |
Mg |
symbol of the chemical element magnesium. |
mg |
abbreviation of "milligram," or "milligrams." |
MI |
abbreviation of "Michigan." |
mi |
the syllable that indicates the third tone of a musical scale. |