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metricated

 

[ ˈmɛtrɪkeɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

measurement system

Metricated refers to the adoption or application of the metric system, which is an internationally accepted decimal system of measurement. It is primarily used for scientific and technical purposes and facilitates standardized measurements across different regions. This term is often used in discussions regarding the transition from traditional measurement systems, such as imperial units, to metric ones.

Synonyms

calibrated, measured, standardized

Examples of usage

  • The country has fully metricated its measurement system.
  • Many products are now metricated for global markets.
  • Schools are teaching metricated measurements in science classes.

Translations

Translations of the word "metricated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 metricado

🇮🇳 मेट्रिकटेड

🇩🇪 metrisiert

🇮🇩 terukur

🇺🇦 метрикований

🇵🇱 metryzowany

🇯🇵 メトリック化された

🇫🇷 métriqué

🇪🇸 metricado

🇹🇷 metrikleştirilmiş

🇰🇷 측정된

🇸🇦 مقياس

🇨🇿 metrikovaný

🇸🇰 metrikovaný

🇨🇳 计量的

🇸🇮 metričen

🇮🇸 mældur

🇰🇿 метрикаланған

🇬🇪 მეტრიკული

🇦🇿 metrikləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 metricado

Etymology

The term 'metricated' is derived from the word 'metric', which itself originates from the French word 'métrique', meaning 'of measure'. The metric system was first introduced in France in the late 18th century and has since spread globally, being adopted for its simplicity and universal application. The suffix '-ated' indicates the quality or condition of having certain characteristics, in this case, being aligned with metric measurements. The concept of metrication was further promoted in the 20th century as nations sought to harmonize their measurement systems and enhance trade and communication, which makes the understanding and usage of 'metricated' increasingly relevant in contemporary discussions about global standards.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,867, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.