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  metrics

  noun

  the science of meter.
• -metrics
  -metrics

  a combining form with the meaning “the science of measuring” that specified by the initial element.

metrics

¹ American  

[me-triks] / ˈmɛ trɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. the science of meter.

2. the art of metrical composition.

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-metrics ² American  

1. a combining form with the meaning “the science of measuring” that specified by the initial element.

   biometrics; econometrics.

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metrics British  

/ ˈmɛtrɪks /

noun

1. (functioning as singular) prosody the art of using poetic metre

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Etymology

Origin of metrics¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; see origin at metric ², -ics

Origin of -metrics²

see origin at -metric, -ics

Example Sentences

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Research over the last several years has shown that engagement metrics such as like counts can drive feelings of rejection and depression, external in teenagers.

From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026

The data should include test scores, grade-point averages, family income, Advanced Placement coursework and other measurable metrics.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026

The 27-year-old tracks his bike rides, screen time, calendar events, social-media metrics and sleep quality.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026

Based on advanced metrics, Jacob doesn’t have the range of his father, but so far he has been more consistent.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026

Any system that constricts teachers—holds them to small-bore metrics, punishes them for forces outside their control, discourages their creativity and spontaneity, chips away at their humanity—is a bad system.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove