measurement

noun

mea·​sure·​ment ˈme-zhər-mənt 

ˈmā-

1

: the act or process of measuring

2

: a figure, extent, or amount obtained by measuring : dimension

3

: measure sense 2b

Synonyms of measurement

• size
• dimension

Examples of measurement in a Sentence

The test is for the measurement of a student's progress.

The instruments provide accurate measurement of atmospheric conditions.

The room's measurements are 30 by 15 feet.

The instruments are used for taking measurements of atmospheric conditions.

Accurate measurements are required in carpentry.

The tailor took his measurements, and his waist measurement is 36 inches.

Recent Examples on the Web

Although the 2025 measurement improved compared with 2024, researchers cautioned against celebrating the change, explaining that water clarity remained far below historic levels. —Reeti Malhotra, Sacbee.com, 15 June 2026

Later, Russia backed off, citing the need to conduct additional measurements and inspections of areas where leaks were occurring. —Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 15 June 2026

On the other side of the spectrum for distance measurement and course management, is an upgrade like the Mileseey Genesonic Pro. —Red Fabbri, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2026

No single measurement appeared to provide a definitive warning sign on its own. —Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 15 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English mesurement "apportionment of just shares," borrowed from Anglo-French, "act of measuring," from mesurer "to measure entry 2" + -ment -ment

First Known Use

1590, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing measurement

• measurement ton

Rhymes for measurement

• admeasurement

Kids Definition

measurement

noun

mea·​sure·​ment ˈmezh-ər-mənt 

ˈmāzh-

1

: the act or process of measuring

2

: a figure, extent, or amount obtained by measuring

3

: a system of measures

Medical Definition

measurement

noun

mea·​sure·​ment ˈmezh-ər-mənt, ˈmāzh- 

1

: the act or process of measuring

2

: a figure, extent, or amount obtained by measuring

3

: measure sense 2