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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Metric System.
Metric System - as a noun
A decimal system of weights and measures based on the meter and the kilogram and the second
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
system of weights and measuresHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The metric system is used in most countries around the world."
"Scientists and engineers often prefer the metric system for its simplicity."
"The metric system is based on units of ten."
"The United States is one of the few countries that has not fully adopted the metric system."
"Converting between units in the metric system is straightforward."
