metra
metra · metrae · metras
The uterusThe uterus.
/ˈmiːtrə/
Meaning
2 sensesThe uterus.
(historical)A pocket instrument combining a thermometer, level, plummet, and lens.
Origin
Borrowed from Ancient Greek μήτρα (mḗtra, “womb”). From Ancient Greek μέτρα (métra), plurBorrowed from Ancient Greek μήτρα (mḗtra, “womb”).
From Ancient Greek μέτρα (métra), plural of μέτρον (métron, “measure”).
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Forms
plural: metrae / metrasSynonyms
3 synonymsmetro-hystero-utero-
Word family
4 related wordsLessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Plural nouns — Because its plural is irregular