measure — to find the size, length, or amount of something using units like meters or pounds
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to find the size, length, or amount of something using units like meters or pounds
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmeʒər/
Example Sentences
- My mom always measures ingredients three times because she doesn't trust her cooking skills.
- The government announced new measures to reduce traffic congestion.
- He tried to measure his cat's tail, but the cat had other plans.
measure
VERB[/ˈmeʒər/]
to find the size, length, or amount of something using units like meters or pounds
The tailor measured the boy's height before making the suit.
The school took safety measures after the storm damaged the playground. (TAKE MEASURES → take actions to solve a problem)
The safety measures protected the treasure and brought everyone pleasure.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'mesure', derived from Latin 'mensura' meaning 'a measuring' or 'dimension', which comes from the verb 'metiri' meaning 'to measure'.
Breakdown
From Latin 'mensura' (measuring/dimension) + -ure (noun suffix indicating action or result) = measure (the act of determining size or quantity)
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📝Examples
“My mom always measures ingredients three times because she doesn't trust her cooking skills.”
“The government announced new measures to reduce traffic congestion.”
“He tried to measure his cat's tail, but the cat had other plans.”
“Success cannot be measured by money alone.”
“The tailor's measuring tape got tangled, making him look like a fashion victim.”
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