measurement
UK: ˈmeʒəmənt | US: ˈmeʒərmənt
n. the act or process of measuring something
n. a quantity, dimension, or size determined by measuring
n. a system or standard of measurement
The word "measurement" derives from the Old French "mesure" (to measure), which traces back to Latin "mensura" (a measuring, measurement). The root "meas-" comes from the Latin "metiri" (to measure), reflecting the concept of quantifying dimensions. The suffix "-ment" was added in Middle English to form nouns denoting the action or result of a verb (e.g., "measure" → "measurement"). This structure highlights the logical progression from the act of measuring to its outcome.
Accurate measurement is essential in scientific experiments.
The tailor took my measurements for a custom suit.
The measurement of the room revealed it was too small for the furniture.
Units of measurement vary across cultures (e.g., inches vs. centimeters).
The device provides real-time measurement of air quality.