measure

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛʒə/
/ˈmɛʒɚ/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

A prescribed quantity or extent.

2 Definition

The act or result of measuring.

3 Definition

Metrical rhythm.

4 Definition

A course of action.

Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

To ascertain the quantity of a unit of material via calculated comparison with respect to a standard.

Example Sentences
  • We measured the temperature with a thermometer.   You should measure the angle with a spirit level.
2 Definition

To be of (a certain size), to have (a certain measurement)

Example Sentences
  • The window measured two square feet.
3 Definition

To estimate the unit size of something.

Example Sentences
  • I measure that at 10 centimetres.
4 Definition

To judge, value, or appraise.

5 Definition

To obtain or set apart; to mark in even increments.

6 Definition

To traverse, cross, pass along; to travel over.

7 Definition

To adjust by a rule or standard.

8 Definition

To allot or distribute by measure; to set off or apart by measure; often with out or off.