Measurement
Noun
UK
/ˈmeʒ.ər.mənt/
US
/ˈmeʒ.ɚ.mənt/
Definition
The size, amount, or process of measuring something.
Example
"The tailor asked for her measurements to make a new dress."
"The tailor asked for his measurements to make a new shirt."
"Accurate measurements are important in cooking, building, and science experiments."
Explanation
Measurement is a noun that shows the size, length, amount, or quantity of something. For example, the measurement of the room is 4 meters by 5 meters. It can also refer to the process of measuring, like take the measurement of your waist before buying clothes. Measurement helps people compare, plan, or understand the world around them, whether in cooking, building, or studying.