Definition

Noun: A device that measures and displays the volume of water that has passed through a pipe or outlet in a building or property. It is used for utility billing and monitoring consumption.

Usage

A "water meter" is a specific type of meter. It is typically installed by a water utility company at the point where the water supply enters a property. The reading from this meter is used to calculate charges for water usage.

Examples

• The city utility worker came to read the water meter.
• A sudden increase in the water meter reading can indicate a leak.
• Your bill is calculated based on the data from your water meter.

Advanced Usage

• "to read the water meter": The act of checking and recording the current measurement shown on the device.
  • The landlord is responsible for providing access to read the water meter.
• "smart water meter": A modern type of water meter that can transmit usage data electronically.
  • The installation of smart water meters allows for more accurate and frequent billing.

Variants and Related Words

• Meter (n): A general device that measures the quantity of something passing through it (e.g., gas meter, electricity meter).
• Water consumption (n): The amount of water used, as measured by a water meter.

Synonyms

• Water gauge
• Water flow meter

Related Phrases

• "Meter reading": The recorded measurement from a meter, including a water meter.
  • Please submit your meter reading online.

Noun

1. meter for measuring the quantity of water passing through a particular outlet