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Moderatemeasuring
The correct spelling is measuring.
How to pronounce measuring
verb
IPA: /ˈmɛʒ.ə.ɹɪŋ/
Say it like: Mee-sur-ing
The correct spelling is measuring. To ascertain the quantity of a unit of material via calculated comparison with respect to a standard. For example: "We measured the temperature with a thermometer. You should measure the angle with a spirit level."
Usage Examples
“We measured the temperature with a thermometer. You should measure the angle with a spirit level.”
“The window measured two square feet.”
“I measure that at 10 centimetres.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To ascertain the quantity of a unit of material via calculated comparison with respect to a standard.
- 2.To be of (a certain size), to have (a certain measurement)
- 3.To estimate the unit size of something.
- 4.To judge, value, or appraise.
- 5.To obtain or set apart; to mark in even increments.
noun
- 1.Act of measurement.
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