noun
- Plural of metricisms; instances or expressions of adherence to the metric system or metric-based thinking.
Usage: Rare; typically used in technical or academic contexts discussing measurement systems or linguistic patterns related to metrics.
Examples
- The engineer's metricisms were evident in her preference for millimeters over inches.
- Scientists often employ metricisms when publishing international research.
- The textbook contained several metricisms that reflected the author's commitment to the metric system.