measure (EN)

verb, noun

verb “measure”

1. determine the size, amount, or degree of something by using an instrument or device marked in standard units
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   Before cutting the fabric, she measured it carefully to ensure it would fit the pattern.
2. have specified dimensions
   The new couch measured exactly six feet in length, fitting the living room space perfectly.
3. assess the significance, effect, or worth of something
   Teachers often measure a student's progress by looking at their grades and classroom participation.

noun “measure”

1. a restriction or level beyond which something cannot or should not go
   His patience had reached its measure and he could tolerate the delays no longer.
2. a way in which something can be measured or calculated
   The number of books sold is a common measure of an author's success.
3. a certain amount or portion of something
   He offered a measure of support to his friend in a time of need.
4. the process or action of determining the size, amount, or degree of something
   The measure of the room's dimensions showed it was large enough for the new furniture.
5. a container used to dispense specific amounts of ingredients, especially in cooking
   She used a small measure to scoop the flour for the cake recipe.
6. a benchmark or standard used for evaluation
   Fairness is often used as a measure of good leadership.
7. units of capacity that are defined by standard references
   The farmer stored several measures of wheat in his barn for the winter.
8. a tool with a marked scale used for determining lengths or distances
   The carpenter reached for his measure to ensure the wood was cut to the right length.
9. the pattern of rhythm in a poem
   The poet chose an intricate measure for his latest sonnet to convey a sense of urgency.
10. a segment of time in music, marked by the spacing of bar lines, containing a set number of beats
    The composer wrote a difficult measure that required the pianist to play a rapid succession of notes.
11. steps or actions taken to achieve a particular goal
    The government took drastic measures to curb the spread of the disease.