meter
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: meters · metering · metered
Sense 1
A device that measures things.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
A device that measures things. — A parking meter or similar device for collecting payment.
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To measure with a metering device.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
To imprint a postage mark with a postage meter.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “meter” mean?
A device that measures things.
Is “meter” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.