English Explanatory Dictionary

antimeter

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A modification of the quadrant, for measuring small angles.
noun
  1. A contrasting rhythm or meter that deliberately interrupts or clashes with the naturally expected metrical pattern.
adj
  1. Opposed to the use of meters (such as parking meters, water meters, etc.).

Word forms

antimeter antimeters more antimeter most antimeter

Etymology

From anti- (“physically opposite”) + -meter (“measuring device”).

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