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linear meter. linear meter. A meter in which the deflection of the pointer is proportional to the quantity measured.
   So, to answer your question, there is one linear meter per meter,  because they are one and the same.    Another answer   A linear meter is a commonly-used phrase and description for  lengths of fabric.