What does the cryptic crossword clue "Measure beat in heart (10)" mean?

The definition is "heart". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TIME (synonym of "beat") + CENTRE (synonym of "heart"); definition: "Measure" The answer is CENTIMETRE.

Measure beat in heart (10)

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