| 单词 | metrical |
| 释义 | metrical (once / 2993 pages) 1adj 2adj If the ruler you use is marked with millimeters and centimeters, you can say you use metrical measurements. The adjective metrical is a less common way to say metric, as in the metric system of measurement. Instead of using inches and feet, a metrical system uses centimeters and meters as units for measuring length. Most countries measure metrical distances, size, and lengths, although the United States doesn't. The root of metrical is the Greek word metron, which means "measure." WORD FAMILYmetrical: metrically+/metre: metres, metrical USAGE EXAMPLESHis poems set trapdoors — emotional, metrical, intellectual — into which you can fall for miles. New York Times(Nov 22, 2016) His diction, focus and tone are those of a caustically gifted word man; his metrical dexterity is everywhere apparent. New York Times(Oct 13, 2016) “It’s not iambic either. I don’t know if it’s anything metrical at all.” Patrick Rothfuss, The Name of the Wind(2007) 1 adj the rhythmic arrangement of syllables 2Syn measured, metric rhythmic, rhythmical recurring with measured regularity adj based on the meter as a standard of measurement metrical equivalents Syn metric |
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