Definition

A boundary line or limit that marks the extent of an area.

Example

The old map showed the mete of the property, indicating where one landowner's land ended and another's began.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the mete that separates our properties?

Yeah, I wonder if we should get a surveyor to clarify it.

It would be good to know exactly where the mete is.

Definitely! I don't want any disputes over the land.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To give out or distribute something, especially in a measured or careful way.

Example

The teacher decided to mete out extra homework to the students who needed more practice.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how we should mete out our time better?

Yeah, I often feel like I'm wasting so much of it.

Exactly! It's important to mete out our responsibilities carefully.

Root Explanation

Mete → The word originates from Old English 'metan', meaning to measure. It refers to the act of measuring or determining the extent of something.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for measuring — that's why 'mete' means to measure something.

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