tape measure
noun
: a narrow strip (as of a limp cloth or steel tape) marked off in units (such as inches or centimeters) for measuring
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In one scene, a tape measure is strapped around his midsection to assess fat levels.
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Skillet size is measured across the top rim-to-rim, excluding handles, using a ruler or tape measure.
—Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2026
At Rhein Haus, a tape measure settles the close calls.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
Rather than relying on a professional fitting that might feel intimidating, a simple cloth tape measure and a reliable, easy-to-follow Fit Guide can provide a much more accurate baseline.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
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Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 May 2026
Skillet size is measured across the top rim-to-rim, excluding handles, using a ruler or tape measure.
—Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 May 2026
At Rhein Haus, a tape measure settles the close calls.
—Brittany Anas, Denver Post, 3 Apr. 2026
Rather than relying on a professional fitting that might feel intimidating, a simple cloth tape measure and a reliable, easy-to-follow Fit Guide can provide a much more accurate baseline.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
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“Tape measure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tape%20measure. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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