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metro

Syllabification: (met·ro)
Pronunciation: /ˈmetrō/
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Definition of metro

noun (plural metros)

(also Metro)
  • a subway system in a city, especially Paris.
  • a subway train, especially in Paris.

adjective

[attributive] North American
  • metropolitan:the Detroit metro area

Origin:

early 20th century: from French métro, abbreviation of métropolitain (from Chemin de Fer Métropolitain 'Metropolitan Railroad')

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