definition of
metric

[1] #1 metric n. [metric function] a function of a topological space that gives, for any two points in the space, a value equal to the distance between them. wn

[2] #2 metric a. [metrical] based on the meter as a standard of measurement; "the metric system"; "metrical equivalents". wn

[3] #3 metric n. [metric unit] a decimal unit of measurement of the metric system (based on meters and kilograms and seconds); "convert all the measurements to metric units"; "it is easier to work in metric". wn

[4] #4 metric s. [measured, metrical] the rhythmic arrangement of syllables. wn

[5] #5 metric n. [system of measurement] a system of related measures that facilitates the quantification of some particular characteristic. wn