meter

(noun) the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards). Synonyms: metre, m.

(noun) any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity.

(noun) (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse. Synonyms: metre, measure, beat, cadence.

(noun) rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration. Synonyms: metre, time.

(verb) measure with a meter. Example: "Meter the flow of water."

(verb) stamp with a meter indicating the postage. Example: "Meter the mail."