The Clue
Olympics unit (5 letter answer)
The Answer
METER
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Notes
The answer METER is seen frequently, appearing about once every 160 puzzles.
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Definition
METER as a noun:
1. (meter, metre, m) = the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
2. any of various measuring instruments for measuring a quantity
3. (meter, metre, measure, beat, cadence) = (prosody) the accent in a metrical foot of verse
4. (meter, metre, time) = rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration
METER as a verb:
1. measure with a meter; "meter the flow of water"
2. stamp with a meter indicating the postage; "meter the mail"