Measure
A standard unit or instrument for determining size, amount, or degree; or a plan or action taken to achieve a goal.
nounMeasure
A standard unit or instrument for determining size, amount, or degree; or a plan or action taken to achieve a goal.
nounImagine This
Picture a tailor pulling a measuring tape to ensure a perfect fit, while nearby a city council debates a new measure to reduce pollution.
Sounds Like
MEZH-ər
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Related to measurement words such as measurement, measurable, measurability
Remember This
The word measure shares its root with measurement and measurable; its origin lies in Latin mensura, via Old French mesure, from metiri 'to measure'.
Other Forms
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gauge, assess, evaluate, calibrate, standard
Note
Measure can be a noun (a unit or instrument, or a policy/plan) or a verb (to determine size or extent). Be careful not to confuse the noun 'measure' with the verb form; context will indicate the part of speech.