measure

US /ˈmɛʒɚ/

UK /ˈmeʒə(r)/

A1

noun

  • Plan to achieve a desired result
  • Tool used to calculate the size of something

verb

  • To determine the value or importance of something
  • To calculate size, weight or temperature of

Examples

Is it really possible to measure the skills of such jobs according to objective standards?

New security measures implemented to prevent further violence.