noun

measurement

MEHZH-uh-muhnt

noun

The act or process of finding a size, quantity, or degree.

"Accurate measurement is essential in construction work."

A specific value found by measuring.

"Take the measurements of the room before buying furniture."

How to Use Measurement

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither the process of measuring, or the actual number/result you get from it.

Common pairings

take measurements unit of measurement precise measurement

measurements plural

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Accurate _____ is essential in construction work.

From measure plus the noun suffix -ment.

measuring mensuration

measuring

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measuring mensuration