Measurement

Definition

Measurement is a noun that refers to the process of determining the size, quantity, or degree of something, typically using standard units or instruments. It also denotes the result obtained from such a process.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈmɛʒ.ər.mənt/
• Respelling: MEZH-ur-muhnt

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈmɛʒ.ə.mənt/
• Respelling: MEZH-uh-muhnt

Etymology

The word "measurement" originates from the Old French "mesurement," which itself comes from the verb "mesurer," meaning "to measure." It is derived from the Latin "metiri," meaning "to measure," and entered Middle English in the 14th century.

Derivatives

• Measure (verb/noun)
• Measured (adjective)
• Measuring (noun/adjective)
• Measuremental (adjective)
• Overmeasure (verb)

Synonyms

• Quantification
• Evaluation
• Calculation

Antonyms

• Estimation
• Guess
• None

Usage

The term "measurement" is widely used in scientific, engineering, and everyday contexts. For example, "The measurement of the room is 12 by 15 feet," or "Accurate measurement is crucial in experiments."

Related Terms

• Unit: A standard quantity used in measurement.
• Gauge: A tool used to measure or estimate something.
• Dimension: A measurable extent of some kind, such as length, width, or height.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The act or process of measuring something: Refers to determining size, quantity, or degree using instruments or standard units.
  • Example: "The measurement of temperature requires a thermometer."
• The size, length, or amount determined by measuring: Refers to the result or value obtained from the measurement process.
  • Example: "The measurement of the package is 20 inches."
• The system or standard used for measuring: Refers to the framework or method applied in obtaining a measurement.
  • Example: "Metric measurement is used in most countries."