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

The school's performance is measured against a strict set of criteria.

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