Meter, a unit of measurement that is used to calculate distances, volumes, weights, and sizes, has a wide range of synonyms that are often used interchangeably. Some of the synonyms for the word "meter" include yardstick, ruler, tape measure, gauge, and odometer.
A yardstick is a long flat piece of wood or metal that is used as a measuring tool, mostly for linear measurements. A ruler is a thin, flat tool that is used to measure the length of short objects. A tape measure is a flexible measuring tool that can be extended to measure longer distances. A gauge is another tool used to measure size, thickness, or width. Lastly, an odometer is a device used to measure the distance traveled in a vehicle.