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metric1
adj
    1. Relating to or based on the metre1 or the metric system.
Derivative: metrically
adverb
    Etymology: 19c: from French métrique, from mètre metre1.




    metric2 metrical



    metrical
    metric
    adj
      technical:
      1. In or relating to verse as distinct from prose.
      2. Belonging or relating to measurement.
    Derivative: metrically
    adverb
      Etymology: 15c: from Latin metricus; see metre2.



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