measure

Word family  noun measure measurement adjective measurable ≠ immeasurable measured measureless verb measure adverb measurably ≠ immeasurably

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ldoce_221_emea·sure1 /ˈmeʒə $ -ər/ ●●● S2 W2 verb  1  [transitive]TMMEASURE to find the size, length, or amount of something, using standard units such as inches, metres etc 量，测量 The rainfall was measured over a three-month period. 对三个月内的降雨量进行了测量。measure somebody for something (=measure someone in order to make clothes for them) 给某人量（衣服）尺寸 She was being measured for her wedding dress. 正在给她量尺寸做结婚礼服。measure something in something We can measure the energy that food provides in calories. 我们可以用卡路里为单位来测定食物提供的能量。measuring jug/cup/tape (=one used for measuring) 量壶/量杯/卷尺 →5  See picture of thermometer 度计, kitchen scales BrE 【英】/kitchen scale AmE 【美】厨房秤, stopwatch 秒表 ... →4  See picture of 见图 measure2  [transitive]JUDGE to judge the importance, value, or true nature of something 估量，衡量〔某物的重要性、价值或真正性质〕 SYN assess Doctors say it is too early to measure the effectiveness of the drug. 医生认为现在衡量这种药物的效果还太早。measure something by something Education shouldn’t be measured purely by examination results. 教育不应该纯粹用考试成绩来衡量。3  [linking verb]TMMEASURE to be a particular size, length, or amount 〔某物的〕体积[长度，数额]为… The room measures 6 x 6 metres. 这房间的面积为6米×6米。 The earthquake measured 6.5 on the Richter scale. 这次地震为里氏6.5级。4  [transitive]TM if a piece of equipment measures something, it shows or records a particular kind of measurement 显示；记录 An odometer measures the number of miles your car travels. 汽车里程表显示汽车行驶的英里数。 PHRASAL VERBS5 measure somebody/something against somebody/something phrasal verb JUDGEto judge someone or something by comparing them with another person or thing 将…与…作比较 Bridget did not think she had to measure herself against some ideal standard. 布里奇特认为她没有必要把自己和某种完美标准相比较。 Measured against our budget last year, $2.7 million seems small. 相比于我们去年的预算，270万美元似乎太少。6 measure something ↔ off phrasal verb TIMTMto measure a particular length or distance, and make a mark so that you can see the beginning and end 量出并作出标记 He measured off three yards of rope. 他量出了三码绳子。7 measure something ↔ out phrasal verb TMMEASUREto take a specific amount of liquid, powder etc from a larger amount 量出，量取 Measure out 100 grams of flour. 称取100克面粉。8 measure up phrasal verb a) GOOD ENOUGHto be good enough to do a particular job or to reach a particular standard 合格；达到某个标准 We’ll give you a week’s trial in the job to see how you measure up. 我们将试用一周看看你是否合适。 to How will the Secretary General measure up to his new responsibilities? 秘书长将如何胜任他新的职责呢？b) TMMEASUREto measure something before you do something, for example before you put in new furniture, cupboards etc 测量，度量 I’d better measure up before I start laying the carpet. 铺地毯之前我最好量一量。measure something ↔ up Measure up any items that you want to keep in the kitchen. 把要放在厨房里的所有物件都量一量尺寸。→ See Verb table

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measure• When full grown, the Blue Whale measures 110 feet in length.• The foam seat pad measures 19 by 22 inches and is a quarter-inch thick.• The tree in the backyard measures 30 feet in height.• Put the soil into a sack measuring 50 centimetres across.• Again, how many could be one in a set period of time would be measured.• Income must equal expenditure when all the sources of income and types of expenditure are classified and measured.• Some species of python have been measured at over 28 feet long.• Rabbits and other hunted animals do not need to measure distance accurately.• The yacht measures eighty-four feet and is fitted out to the highest standards.• Electrodes were attached to his chest in order to measure his heart rate.• Long enough that he stopped looking around, stopped measuring his relationship to his surroundings.• The value of government support to the industry can not be measured in terms of cash expenditures.• They measured it all out painstakingly.• Surgeons use a laser with a beam measuring less than the width of a human hair.• The nurse weighed me and measured my height.• Can you measure the desk to see if it'll fit into that corner?• Seismologists in Japan measured the earthquake at 7.7 on the Richter scale.• The GNP figures measure the rate of growth in the economy.• We should measure the wall before we buy new shelves.measuring jug/cup/tape• Carefully leaving behind any dirt that has settled, pour water through fine-mesh strainer into 4-cup liquid measuring cup.• Combine remaining 1 / 2 cup buttermilk and vanilla in another bowl or measuring cup.• Strain fat from skillet and strain through paper towel into heatproof measuring cup.• You will also need a measuring cup, a teaspoon, and a tablespoon.• In the next box, a set of measuring cups and one of measuring spoons.• Neither measuring tape nor scissors were needed here.• You will need a measuring jug, shampoo and towels on hand.measure something by something• You can't measure someone by the clothes they wear.

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measure2 ●●○ W2 noun [countable]  1  action 行动PGDO BADLY an action, especially an official one, that is intended to deal with a particular problem 措施，办法 SYN step Measures are being taken to reduce crime in the city. 正在采取措施来降低该市的犯罪率。drastic/tough/extreme etc measures drastic measures to reduce traffic problems 减少交通问题的严厉措施 New safety measures were being demanded after last night’s horrific train crash. 昨晚发生严重的火车相撞事故后，民众要求制定新的安全措施。 The new bridge was erected as a temporary measure to replace the one which was destroyed by floods. 建这座新桥是为了临时代替被洪水毁坏的那座桥。precautionary/preventative measure (=something done to stop something bad from happening) 预防措施 He was kept in hospital overnight as a precautionary measure. 他留院一晚以防万一。2  half measures GOOD ENOUGHthings done to deal with a difficult situation that are not effective or firm enough 〔处理困难情况时〕不彻底的办法，不痛不痒的办法 This was no time for half measures and compromises. 这时候容不得敷衍和妥协。3  SIGN/PROOF 标记/证明be a measure of something formalIMPORTANT be a sign of the importance, strength etc of something, or a way of testing or judging something 是…的体现；是…的评判标准 The flowers and tears at the funeral were a measure of the people’s love for her. 葬礼上的鲜花和泪水体现了人们对她的爱。 Exam results are not necessarily a true measure of a student’s abilities. 考试成绩不一定就能真实说明一个学生的能力。4  AMOUNT 数量a measure of something LITTLE/NOT MUCHan amount of something good or something that you want, for example success or freedom 一定程度的… The new law gives local governments a significant measure of control over their own finances. 新法规赋予地方政府相当大的财政自主权。 I met a number of sportsmen who had achieved a measure of success (=some success). 我结识了一些颇有成就的运动员。5  unit of measurement 度量单位TMMEASURE a) an amount or unit in a measuring system 计量[度量]单位 a table of weights and measures 度量衡表 b) DFDa standard amount of an alcoholic drink 〔酒的〕标准量6  in large measure/in some measure AMOUNTa lot or quite a lot – used when talking about the reason or cause of something 在很大/某种程度上〔用于谈论原因或事由〕 The improvements are due in large measure to his leadership. 这些进步在很大程度上要归功于他的领导。7  in equal measure used when the amount of one thing is the same as the amount of another thing 在同样程度上 I was angry and embarrassed in equal measure. 我既生气又难堪。8  for good measure ADDin addition to what you have already done, given, or included 〔在已做好或已给出的某物之外〕再增加，外加 Why don’t you try phoning them one more time, for good measure? 你为什么不另外再打个电话给他们试试呢？9  beyond measure BIGvery much or very great – used when you want to emphasize what you are saying 非常大；非常多；极其 Her work has improved beyond measure. 她的工作已大有进步。10  the full measure of something formalALL/EVERYTHING the whole of something 某事物的全部 Ralph received the full measure of his mother’s devotion. 拉尔夫得到了他母亲全部的关爱。11  in full measure COMPLETELY formal if someone gives something back in full measure, they give back as much as they received 全部地〔回报所受之物〕 They returned our hospitality in full measure. 他们以同样的热情款待回报了我们。12. have/get the measure of something JUDGEto become familiar with something, so that you can control or deal with it 熟悉某事物〔以便控制或处理〕13  have/get the measure of somebody British EnglishJUDGE to know what someone’s strengths and weaknesses are, so that you are able to deal with them or defeat them 摸清某人的底细，掂出某人的分量〔以便对付或将其打败〕 She soon got the measure of her opponent. 她很快就掂出了对手的分量。14. thing used for measuring 量具TMMEASURE something used for measuring, for example a piece of wood or a container 量具，量器 → tape measure15. music 音乐 a group of notes and rests, separated from other groups by vertical lines, into which a piece of music is divided 小节 SYN British English bar → made-to-measure, → give somebody short measure at short1(23)n COLLOCATIONSverbstake measures (=do something in order to deal with a problem)We are taking measures to improve the situation.adopt/introduce a measure (=start using a particular way of dealing with a problem)The countries agreed to adopt measures to reduce pollution.a measure is aimed at doing somethingThe measures were aimed at reducing the speed of cars on the roads.ADJECTIVES/NOUN + measure a safety measureNew safety measures were implemented after the rail crash.a security measure (=something done to keep a place safe from danger or crime)Video surveillance cameras have been installed as a security measure.a preventative/precautionary measure (=something done to prevent something bad)Vaccination against disease is a sensible preventative measure.a extreme measureThe public would not be in favour of such an extreme measure. a drastic measure (=an extreme measure)Drastic measures are needed if we are to combat global warming.a temporary measure (=something done for a limited period of time to deal with a problem)The tents were used as a temporary measure to replace homes destroyed in the floods.a necessary measureThe army will take all necessary measures to protect the public.an appropriate measure (=a measure that is suitable for a particular situation)In the event of an assault, staff will need to take appropriate measures to defend themselves.phrasesa package/series of measures (=a set of measures used to deal with something)A package of road safety measures has been announced.

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measure• An inch is a measure of length.• Voters in Montana rejected a measure to increase cigarette tax.• Jones simply wanted a measure of respect from her co-workers.• a measure of bourbon• a table of U.S. standard weights and measures• Lawmakers are searching for the best measures to strengthen Social Security.• Drastic situations require drastic measures.• To make the drink, you will need one measure of red wine to two measures of lemonade.• Through the use of intelligence tests and other measures, at-tempts are made to estimate individual abilities.• The expenditure on science is another possible measure of growth, either nationally, or as numbers of research grants.• However, the Supreme Soviet criticized the government over its social protection measures.• Worse yet, the prices for the stocks in the portfolio are, by some measures, extremely high.• The House of Representatives had approved the measure on Nov. 14, the day after it was reported out of committee.• But the measure is still pending and has the backing of the Clinton administration and congressional leaders.• The measure, sponsored by Rep.• Intuitively, we should not expect widely differing results from these two measures in the assessment of portfolios.• Government officials refused to say what measures were being planned to deal with the refugee crisis.precautionary/preventative measure• Center Jelani McCoy did not participate in the defensive drills as a precautionary measure.• One resident was taken to hospital with chest pains as a precautionary measure but was released after a check-up.• Tobacco that tolerates salinity is a precautionary measure against the rising tides that a changing climate will bring.• At this point a final precautionary measure is necessary.• We are monitoring the entire town to find out how preventative measures can influence the way people live.• Short confidentiality clauses in standard conditions are really only precautionary measures to be relied upon in an emergency.• Nevertheless, it is a serious condition if the eye is affected, and sensible precautionary measures should be taken.weights and measures• But weights and measures inspectors are never satisfied to simply eyeball things.• Additional information includes tables of weights and measures and basic and commercial information on individual countries.• Also, enforcement is carried out in the same way by the weights and measures authorities, sections 27-33.• As the recipes come from different cooks, the weights and measures may vary slightly, depending on the author.• I am only implementing the weights and measures legislation that the previous Labour Government introduced.From Longman Business Dictionarymeasuremea‧sure1 /ˈmeʒə-ər/ noun1[countable] an official action, taken to deal with a particular problemThe company has had to take cost-cutting measures, including reducing spending on certain marketing programs. → austerity measure2a measure of something a way of measuring or calculating somethingGross domestic product is the Commerce Department’s main measure of U.S. economic output.Car sales are often seen as a measure of consumer confidence.3[countable, uncountable] an amount or unit in a measuring systema table of weights and measures → dry measure → liquid measuremeasuremeasure2 verb [transitive] to find out or calculate the amount or level of somethingways to measure and improve service qualityThis country has the third highest standard of living, as measured by per capita GDP.measure something against somethingAll currencies have historically been measured against gold.measure something in somethingOverseas sales, measured in dollars, rose 18% last year. → measure up→ See Verb tableOrigin measure2 (1100-1200) Old French mesure, from Latin mensura, from metiri “to measure”

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mea‧sure¹ S2 W2 /ˈmeʒə $ -ər/ verb1. [transitive] to find the size, length, or amount of something, using standard units such as inches, metres etc:
    The rainfall was measured over a three-month period.
    measure somebody for something (=measure someone in order to make clothes for them)
    She was being measured for her wedding dress.
    measure something in something
    We can measure the energy that food provides in calories.
    measuring jug/cup/tape (=one used for measuring)
2. [transitive] to judge the importance, value, or true nature of something
   SYN  assess:
    Doctors say it is too early to measure the effectiveness of the drug.
    measure something by something
    Education shouldn’t be measured purely by examination results.
3. [linking verb] to be a particular size, length, or amount:
    The room measures 6 x 6 metres.
    The earthquake measured 6.5 on the Richter scale.
4. [transitive] if a piece of equipment measures something, it shows or records a particular kind of measurement:
    An odometer measures the number of miles your car travels.
     
measure somebody/something against somebody/something phrasal verb
  to judge someone or something by comparing them with another person or thing:
    Bridget did not think she had to measure herself against some ideal standard.
    Measured against our budget last year, $2.7 million seems small.
measure something ↔ off phrasal verb
  to measure a particular length or distance, and make a mark so that you can see the beginning and end:
    He measured off three yards of rope.
measure something ↔ out phrasal verb
  to take a specific amount of liquid, powder etc from a larger amount:
    Measure out 100 grams of flour.
measure up phrasal verb
  1. to be good enough to do a particular job or to reach a particular standard:
    We’ll give you a week’s trial in the job to see how you measure up.
    measure up to
    How will the Secretary General measure up to his new responsibilities?
  2. to measure something before you do something, for example before you put in new furniture, cupboards etc:
    I’d better measure up before I start laying the carpet.
    measure something ↔ up
    Measure up any items that you want to keep in the kitchen.

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measure² W2 noun [countable]1.  ACTION an action, especially an official one, that is intended to deal with a particular problem
   SYN  step:
    Measures are being taken to reduce crime in the city.
    drastic/tough/extreme etc measures
    drastic measures to reduce traffic problems
    New safety measures were being demanded after last night’s horrific train crash.
    The new bridge was erected as a temporary measure to replace the one which was destroyed by floods.
    precautionary/preventative measure (=something done to stop something bad from happening)
    He was kept in hospital overnight as a precautionary measure.
2. half measures things done to deal with a difficult situation that are not effective or firm enough:
    This was no time for half measures and compromises.
3.  SIGN/PROOF be a measure of something formal be a sign of the importance, strength etc of something, or a way of testing or judging something:
    The flowers and tears at the funeral were a measure of the people’s love for her.
    Exam results are not necessarily a true measure of a student’s abilities.
4.  AMOUNT a measure of something an amount of something good or something that you want, for example success or freedom:
    The new law gives local governments a significant measure of control over their own finances.
    I met a number of sportsmen who had achieved a measure of success (=some success).
5.  UNIT OF MEASUREMENT
  a. an amount or unit in a measuring system:
    a table of weights and measures
  b. a standard amount of an alcoholic drink
6. in large measure/in some measure a lot or quite a lot – used when talking about the reason or cause of something:
    The improvements are due in large measure to his leadership.
7. in equal measure used when the amount of one thing is the same as the amount of another thing:
    I was angry and embarrassed in equal measure.
8. for good measure in addition to what you have already done, given, or included:
    Why don’t you try phoning them one more time, for good measure?
9. beyond measure very much or very great – used when you want to emphasize what you are saying:
    Her work has improved beyond measure.
10. the full measure of something formal the whole of something:
    Ralph received the full measure of his mother’s devotion.
11. in full measure formal if someone gives something back in full measure, they give back as much as they received:
    They returned our hospitality in full measure.
12. have/get the measure of something to become familiar with something, so that you can control or deal with it
13. have/get the measure of somebody British English to know what someone’s strengths and weaknesses are, so that you are able to deal with them or defeat them:
    She soon got the measure of her opponent.
14.  THING USED FOR MEASURING something used for measuring, for example a piece of wood or a container ⇨ tape measure
15.  MUSIC a group of notes and rests, separated from other groups by vertical lines, into which a piece of music is divided
   SYN  bar British English
⇨ made-to-measure, ⇨ give somebody short measure at short¹(23)
     

COLLOCATIONS

■ verbs
   ▪ take measures (=do something in order to deal with a problem) We are taking measures to improve the situation.
   ▪ adopt/introduce a measure (=start using a particular way of dealing with a problem) The countries agreed to adopt measures to reduce pollution.
   ▪ a measure is aimed at doing something The measures were aimed at reducing the speed of cars on the roads.
■ ADJECTIVES/NOUN + measure
   ▪ a safety measure New safety measures were implemented after the rail crash.
   ▪ a security measure (=something done to keep a place safe from danger or crime) Video surveillance cameras have been installed as a security measure.
   ▪ a preventative/precautionary measure (=something done to prevent something bad) Vaccination against disease is a sensible preventative measure.
   ▪ a extreme measure The public would not be in favour of such an extreme measure.
   ▪ a drastic measure (=an extreme measure) Drastic measures are needed if we are to combat global warming.
   ▪ a temporary measure (=something done for a limited period of time to deal with a problem) The tents were used as a temporary measure to replace homes destroyed in the floods.
   ▪ a necessary measure The army will take all necessary measures to protect the public.
   ▪ an appropriate measure (=a measure that is suitable for a particular situation) In the event of an assault, staff will need to take appropriate measures to defend themselves.
■ phrases
   ▪ a package/series of measures (=a set of measures used to deal with something) A package of road safety measures has been announced.
     

THESAURUS

   ▪ action noun [countable] something that someone does: He is responsible for his own actions. | They refused to give a reason for their actions.
   ▪ act noun [countable] a particular type of action: violent acts | act of violence/kindness/defiance etc: I believe the killing was an act of desperation.
   ▪ activities noun [plural] things that people do, especially for enjoyment or to achieve an aim: leisure activities | political activities | Surveys may not give a true picture of people’s activities.
   ▪ behaviour British English, behavior American English noun [uncountable] the things that someone does and the way they behave: Do you think that advertisements really influence people’s behaviour? | The man’s behaviour seemed rather odd.
   ▪ move noun [countable] something that you do in order to achieve something: Her decision to sell the shares had been a smart move. | It’s a bold move to start a business in the current economic climate. | He needed time to figure out his next move.
   ▪ step noun [countable] one of a series of things that you do in order to deal with a problem or to succeed: The first step is to make sure we have got funding for the project. | We must take steps to make sure that this does not happen again. | This is an important step towards peace.
   ▪ measure noun [countable] an official action that is intended to deal with a particular problem: There are increased security measures at airports. | The school was closed as a precautionary measure following a chemical leak.
   ▪ gesture noun [countable] something that you do to show how you feel about someone or something: Do you think it would be a nice gesture to send her some flowers? | gesture of goodwill/solidarity/defiance: The company gave us £100 as a gesture of goodwill.
   ▪ deed noun [countable] especially literary an action, especially one that is very good or very bad: evil deeds | heroic deeds | This is my good deed for the day.
   ▪ exploits noun [plural] formal exciting or brave actions: daring exploits | His exploits were legendary.
   ▪ feat noun [countable] something someone does that people admire because you need a lot of skill, courage, or strength to do it: Completing a marathon is a remarkable feat for a six-year-old. | The bridge is a great feat of engineering.