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meted

Part of speech: verb

Sense 1: to distribute or apportion something by measure or degree.

Example sentence: The teacher meted out grades to the students based on their performance.

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Sense 2: to administer justice or punishment.

Example sentence: The judge meted a harsh sentence to the convicted criminal.

Related products: Criminal Justice System