Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

metry

Noun Suffix
/ˈmɛtrɪ/
Definition
A suffix used in the formation of nouns indicating measurement or the process of measuring.
Examples
  • In geometry, we study the properties and measurements of shapes and spaces.
  • Acupuncture involves a type of metry called meridian measurement to assess energy flow.
  • In audiometry, sound levels are measured to evaluate hearing acuity.
Meaning
The act or process of measuring; often used to describe various types of measurement.
Synonyms
  • measurement
  • gauging
  • calculating