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Measure: Definition, Examples, and Usage Guide (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：determine dimensions (measure)

measure 🔊

/ˈmɛʒər/

v., n.

To find out the exact size, length, or amount of something.

Carpenter measuring wood with yellow tape measure in workshop

determine dimensions 🔊

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/dɪˈtɜːrmɪn daɪˈmɛnʃənz/

v., n.

To ascertain the exact size, amount, or degree of something using a standard unit or instrument.

📁 Category：Behaviors & Actions 🔖 Level：Beginner

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Latin 'mensura' (measure), from 'metiri' (to measure).

💡 Mnemonic

Think of a tape 'measuring' your 'sure' steps to ensure accuracy.

📖 Example

The carpenter measured the wooden board twice before cutting it to make sure it was the perfect length for the shelf. 🔊 The carpenter measured the wooden board twice before cutting it to make sure it was the perfect length for the shelf.

🔗 Collocations

measure the length – to determine how long something is

measure progress – to assess the rate of advancement

measure carefully – to take precise measurements with attention

🔄 Synonyms

gauge (v.) – to estimate or determine the amount or level of something, often with an instrument

calculate (v.) – to determine mathematically the value or quantity of something

quantify (v.) – to express or measure the quantity of something in numbers

🚫 Antonyms

guess (v.) – to estimate without precise measurement

misjudge (v.) – to form a wrong opinion or estimate about something

🌱 Derivatives

measurement (n.) – the act or process of measuring

measurable (adj.) – able to be measured

measurably (adv.) – in a way that can be measured

📖 Cultural Story

Originating from Latin 'mensura', through Old French 'mesure', 'measure' became a key word in both daily quantification and formal legislative contexts.

Meaning 2：official action (measure)

measure 🔊

/ˈmɛʒər/

v., n.

An official action or step that is taken to achieve a particular purpose or solve a problem.

Document titled Environmental Protection Measures on office table

official action 🔊

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/əˈfɪʃəl ˈækʃən/

v., n.

An official action or step taken to achieve a particular purpose, especially in response to a problem or goal.

📁 Category：Laws & Regulations 🔖 Level：Intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

The government introduced new measures to encourage people to use public transport and reduce air pollution. 🔊 The government introduced new measures to encourage people to use public transport and reduce air pollution.

🔗 Collocations

take measures – to implement actions to achieve a goal

safety measures – precautions designed to prevent accidents or harm

preventive measures – actions taken to stop something undesirable from happening

🔄 Synonyms

step (n.) – an action or procedure that is part of a process

action (n.) – a thing done to achieve a specific result

precaution (n.) – a measure taken in advance to prevent something dangerous or unpleasant

🚫 Antonyms

inaction (n.) – lack of action or activity

neglect (n.) – failure to take proper care or action

🌱 Derivatives

measurement (n.) – the act or process of measuring (also used in figurative contexts)

measurable (adj.) – able to be measured or assessed

countermeasure (n.) – an action taken to oppose or neutralize another action