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b
: the dimensions, capacity, or amount of something ascertained by measuring
2
a
: an instrument (such as a yardstick) or utensil (such as a graduated cup) for measuring
b(1)
: a standard or unit of measurement see Weights and Measures Table
4
b
: rhythmic structure or movement : cadence: such as
(1)
: poetic rhythm measured by temporal (see temporal entry 1 sense 3) quantity or accent
specifically
: meter
(2)
: musical time
measured; measuring
ˈme-zhə-riŋ
ˈmā-;
ˈmezh-riŋ,
ˈmāzh-
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