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noun

MET

n.
US /ˈmɛt/ UK /mˈɛt/ met

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate Informal

    a famous art museum in New York City called the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

    a common abbreviation for the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

    Simple

    We spent the whole afternoon looking at paintings at the Met.

    In context

    The Met recently acquired a rare collection of Byzantine artifacts that will be on display starting next month.

  2. 02 B1 Intermediate British EnglishInformal Law

    the police force in London, known as the Metropolitan Police.

    the Metropolitan Police Service of London; often used with 'the'.

    Simple

    The Met is investigating the robbery that happened downtown last night.

    In context

    The Met issued a public statement regarding the security measures planned for the upcoming royal procession.

    scotland yard
  3. 03 B1 Intermediate American English Sport

    a player for the New York Mets baseball team.

    a member of the New York Mets Major League Baseball franchise.

    Simple

    He has been a loyal Met since he started his professional career.

    In context

    The veteran Met hit a home run in the bottom of the ninth to win the game.

  4. 04 C2 Proficiency Technical Science

    a short name for methionine, which is a part of proteins in your body.

    Abbreviation for methionine. A sulfur-containing essential amino acid used in the biosynthesis of proteins.

    Simple

    The scientist explained how Met is important for building muscles.

    In context

    The genetic sequence begins with a start codon that typically codes for Met in eukaryotic organisms.

    methionine
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