English Dictionary

A standard of dimension; a fixed unit of quantity or extent; an extent or quantity in the fractions or multiples of which anything is estimated and stated; hence, a rule by which anything is adjusted or judged.
Source : opted (94580)  - auto

An instrument by means of which size or quantity is measured, as a graduated line, rod, vessel, or the like.
Source : opted (94581)  - auto

The dimensions or capacity of anything, reckoned according to some standard; size or extent, determined and stated; estimated extent; as, to take one's measure for a coat.
Source : opted (94582)  - auto

The contents of a vessel by which quantity is measured; a quantity determined by a standard; a stated or limited quantity or amount.
Source : opted (94583)  - auto

Extent or degree not excessive or beyong bounds; moderation; due restraint; esp. in the phrases, in measure; with measure; without or beyond measure.
Source : opted (94584)  - auto

Determined extent, not to be exceeded; limit; allotted share, as of action, influence, ability, or the like; due proportion.
Source : opted (94585)  - auto

The quantity determined by measuring, especially in buying and selling; as, to give good or full measure.
Source : opted (94586)  - auto

Undefined quantity; extent; degree.
Source : opted (94587)  - auto

Regulated division of
Source : opted (94588)  - auto

A regulated movement corresponding to the time in which the accompanying music is performed; but, especially, a slow and stately dance, like the minuet.
Source : opted (94589)  - auto