Definition for MET'RIC-AL

MET'RIC-AL, a. [L. metricus; Fr. metrique.]

  1. Pertaining to measure, or due arrangement or combination of long and short syllables.
  2. Consisting of verses; as, metrical compositions.
  3. Having the diameter of a French meter, as metrical blocks.

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