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Nouns (6)

n. a function of a topological space that gives, for any two points in the space, a value equal to the distance between them

system of measurement, metric

n. a system of related measures that facilitates the quantification of some particular characteristic

metric unit, metric

n. 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"

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Adjectives (5)

metric, metrical

adj. based on the meter as a standard of measurement; "the metric system"; "metrical equivalents"

measured, metrical, metric

adj. the rhythmic arrangement of syllables

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Synonyms (10)

throbbing

adj. pounding or beating strongly or violently; "a throbbing pain"; "the throbbing engine of the boat"

cadenced, cadent

adj. marked by a rhythmical cadence; "the cadenced crunch of marching feet"

jazzy

adj. resembling jazz (especially in its rhythm)

lilting, swinging, swingy, tripping

adj. characterized by a buoyant rhythm; "an easy lilting stride"; "the flute broke into a light lilting air"; "a swinging pace"; "a graceful swingy walk"; "a tripping singing measure"

periodic

adj. recurring at regular intervals

syncopated

adj. stressing a normally weak beat

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