Definition of meters:
(n) :
A device that measures things.
(n) :
A parking meter or similar device for collecting payment.
(v) :
To measure with a metering device.
(v) :
To regulate the flow of or to deliver in regulated amounts (usually of fluids but sometimes of other things such as anticipation or breath).
(v) :
To imprint a postage mark with a postage meter.
(n) :
(dated) One who metes or measures.