measuring

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/ˈmɛʒ.ə.ɹɪŋ/ English

Definitions

verb

To ascertain the quantity of a unit of material via calculated comparison with respect to a standard.“We measured the temperature with a thermometer. You should measure the angle with a spirit level.”
To be of (a certain size), to have (a certain measurement)“The window measured two square feet.”
To estimate the unit size of something.“I measure that at 10 centimetres.”
To judge, value, or appraise.

noun

Act of measurement.

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Synonyms

measurement mensuration gauging metering benchmark calibration quantitation quantification counting long determine weighing calculating metrology magnitude position

Associated

richter feet limiting inches nutrition diameter snout ending metres measurements

Rhymes

pleasuring treasuring

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