Definition of measuring tape
: a long, thin piece of plastic, cloth, or metal that is marked with units of length (such as inches or centimeters) and that is used for measuring things
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: an adequate or due portion
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: a moderate degree
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: a fixed or suitable limit : bounds
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: to choose or control with cautious restraint : regulate
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: to regulate by a standard : govern
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: to allot or apportion in measured amounts
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tape
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: a narrow flexible strip or band: such as
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: adhesive tape
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: magnetic tape
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: to fasten, tie, bind, cover, or support with tape
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: to record on tape and especially magnetic tape
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: to record something on tape and especially magnetic tape
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: recorded on tape
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: intended for use with recording (such as magnetic) tape
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