metr
GreekVariants
Related Roots
About This Root
From Greek metron (measure). Closely related to meter but appears in different word-forms. Central to symmetry/asymmetry (equal/unequal measure), geometry (earth-measuring), and the metric system. The variant metre is standard British spelling for the unit of length.
Associated Words
asymmetric
Not symmetric; unevenly arranged
asymmetry
A lack of symmetry or equal proportion; 不对称,不均衡
geometrician
A mathematician specializing in geometry
geometry
The branch of mathematics dealing with spatial relationships and shapes
kilometre
A unit of length equal to 1000 metres (British/Australian spelling)
metre
The basic unit of length in the metric system; rhythmic pattern in poetry
metric
Relating to the metric system; a standard used to measure or evaluate something
metrical
Relating to or written in poetic meter; having regular rhythm
optometrist
A professional who tests eyes and prescribes corrective lenses
symmetric
Having equal or corresponding parts on both sides
symmetrical
Having balanced, corresponding parts on either side
symmetrically
In a balanced, symmetrical manner
symmetry
Balanced correspondence of form on either side of a dividing line