How to Pronounce "mete out"
expression
ˈmɛtə/, /ˈmit/ /ˈaʊt
MEET owt
mˈiːt/ /ˈaʊt
MEET owt
Definition
To give or deliver something such as punishment, justice, or treatment, usually in an official or forceful way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɛtə/, /ˈmit/ /ˈaʊt
British English
mˈiːt/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MEET owt
UK
MEET owt
Listen in Context
The judge meted out a strict sentence for the crime.
Schools sometimes mete out punishment for bad behavior.
The coach meted out strict discipline to the team.
They were shocked by the harsh punishment meted out for such a minor mistake.