# metering

/ˈmitɝɪŋ/ (US) · /mˈiːtəɹɪŋ/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/metering
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

measuring the amount of something, like water or electricity, as it is used. It also describes the process of controlling how much of a substance is released at a specific time.

For teachers: the process of measuring the quantity of a substance or resource as it is consumed or released. Often used in technical contexts to describe the regulation of flow rates or the recording of usage data.

## Examples

- The city is installing new water metering to save money.
- Advanced metering allows the utility company to track exactly how much electricity each household uses during peak hours.
- The chemical reaction requires precise metering of the reagents to ensure the catalyst remains active without causing an uncontrolled chain reaction.

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