mensuration

noun

Definition of mensurationnext
as in measurement

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  1. measurement
  2. calculation
  3. computation
  4. evaluation
Noun
  • The Quality Gap Arcade Is Pointing At The rationale Arcade gives rests on its own measurement.
    — Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The combination create a larger pool of premium digital out-of-home national, local and programmatic inventory across cinema, office and residential buildings and will enhance NCM’s data, targeting and measurement capabilities.
    — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of measurement
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  • But fewer will be able to afford the choice, especially when housing, family obligations and student debt are part of the calculation.
    — Francisco Ruiz, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The former is akin to the player profits the Premier League and UEFA allow clubs to include in their SCR calculations, but the EFL’s version comes replete with crucial differences.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of calculation
Noun
  • It's born from combining advances across science, engineering and computation in ways that make previously impractical technologies commercially viable.
    — Cyrus Wadia, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The Maxwell Ratings playoff projections are based on a Monte Carlo simulation, a computation of random sampling used to predict outcomes, of the 2026 season.
    — Loren Maxwell, AJC.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of computation
Noun
  • In a statement, the city of Littleton said, after research and an evaluation with consultants, in some cases, shortening school zones increases driver awareness and improves overall safety for drivers and students.
    — Ashley Portillo, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Independent evaluation or validation may strengthen confidence in the process where appropriate, especially for higher-stakes submissions.
    — David Talby, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of evaluation
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