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Pronunciation

/ˈmeʒər/

A unit or system of measurement: A standardized method for determining the size, amount, or degree of something, such as length, weight, time, or temperature. Example: “The recipe calls for a precise measure of sugar.”
Quantity measured: The amount of something that has been determined using a particular measurement system. Example: “The house measures 150 square meters.”
Instrument for measuring: A tool or device used to quantify or assess something. Example: “A tape measure is used to determine the length of a room.”
Legislation or action taken: A course of action or law implemented to deal with a particular issue. Example: “The government introduced new measures to combat climate change.”
Musical notation: A series of beats that form a unit of time in music. Example: “The song is written in 4/4 measure.”

To find the dimensions or quantity of something: To use a tool or instrument to ascertain the extent or amount of something. Example: “I need to measure the width of the door to see if the sofa will fit.”
To evaluate or judge: To make an assessment of the quality, importance, or impact of something. Example: “We must measure the success of our campaign by its overall impact on society.”
To take action: To do something in response to a situation or problem. Example: “The company decided to measure up to the competition by improving their product line.”

Take measures: To act or plan accordingly to deal with a specific issue or achieve a goal. Example: “The authorities have taken measures to ensure public safety during the event.”
Go by the book (or go by the rule book): To act according to established rules or measures. Example: “In this organization, we always go by the book when it comes to financial procedures.”
Measure up: To meet certain standards or expectations. Example: “The candidate’s qualifications didn’t quite measure up to what was required for the job.”

Noun: “Use a ruler as a measure to cut the fabric straight.”
Verb: “They’re measuring the height of the tree to calculate its age.”
Adjective (attributive): “This is a measure of the team’s commitment to excellence.”