| -meter |
a suffix that means "measure," or "a device for measuring." |
| 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." |