metr
Greekmeasure, meter
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 · 13
kilometre
A unit of length equal to 1000 metres (British/Australian spelling)
geometry
The branch of mathematics dealing with spatial relationships and shapes
metric
Relating to the metric system; a standard used to measure or evaluate something
symmetry
Balanced correspondence of form on either side of a dividing line
symmetrical
Having balanced, corresponding parts on either side
asymmetry
A lack of symmetry or equal proportion
asymmetric
Not symmetric; unevenly arranged
optometrist
A professional who tests eyes and prescribes corrective lenses
symmetric
Having equal or corresponding parts on both sides
symmetrically
In a balanced, symmetrical manner
metrical
Relating to or written in poetic meter; having regular rhythm
geometrician
A mathematician specializing in geometry
metre
The basic unit of length in the metric system; rhythmic pattern in poetry