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submeter

noun

Etymology

From sub- + meter.

  1. derived from μέτρον
  2. derived from metrum
  3. derived from metre
  4. inherited from meter
  5. inherited from meter
  6. prefixed as submeter — “sub + meter”

Definitions

  1. A utility meter, especially for electricity, that allows for the monitoring of usage on a…

    A utility meter, especially for electricity, that allows for the monitoring of usage on a portion of a distribution network, especially not owned by a utility, past a main meter.

    • Proponents say residential submeters encourage tenants to reduce their energy consumption by making households that never had to worry about electricity costs take financial responsibility for the power they use.

  2. To install a submeter for.

    • “The submetering program is intended to help conserve energy, which is something that we remain committed to,” he said.

  3. To charge for electricity usage measured by a submeter.

  4. ›+ 1 more definition

    1. On a scale based on units smaller than meters.

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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA