METERS

noun

1. (always meter) A device that measures things.
2. (always meter) A parking meter or similar device for collecting payment.
3. (always meter) One who metes or measures.

verb

1. To measure with a metering device.
2. To imprint a postage mark with a postage meter.
3. To regulate the flow of or to deliver in regulated amounts (usually of fluids but sometimes of other things such as anticipation or breath).