Measure
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɛʒ.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Measure is a noun meaning A prescribed quantity or extent.
Meaning
A prescribed quantity or extent.
More Meanings
- The act or result of measuring.
- Metrical rhythm.
- A course of action.
- (transitive) To ascertain the quantity of a unit of material via calculated comparison with respect to a standard.
- (stative) To be of (a certain size), to have (a certain measurement)
- To estimate the unit size of something.
- To judge, value, or appraise.
Example Sentences
I measure that at 10 centimetres.
The window measured two square feet.
We measured the temperature with a thermometer.
You should measure the angle with a spirit level.
Word Forms
- measures
- measuring
- measured
Synonyms for measure
Depending on context, synonyms include bar, metric, take, standard, assess, appraise.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include value, cadence, standard, appraise, evaluate, amount.
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