metric scale
Grams, meters, liters
A metric scale is a measuring instrument marked in metric units—centimeters, millimeters, meters.
The term also refers to any system of measurement based on the metric system, as opposed to imperial units.
In graphics and drafting, a metric scale helps convert drawings to real-world metric dimensions: The architect used a metric scale to check the blueprint.
- measurementDetermining size or amount
- SI unitsInternational system of measurement
- rulerOne who governs
- measuring tapeMarked flexible length-finder
- centimeterMetric length unit
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- scalesweight, measure, balance, beam balance, pan balance
- measurementgauging, balance, gram, measuring cup, measurable
- map scales
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