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measure measure ★★★★☆/me̱ʒə(r)/1[VERB	动词]衡量；估量；评估；判定 If you measure the quality, value, or effect of something, you discover or judge how great it is.   [V n prep]  [V n]I continued to measure his progress against the charts in the doctor's office...我继续比照医生办公室里的图表来判断他病情的发展。A grammar school's success was measured in terms of the number of pupils who got into university...一所文法学校成功与否是以考上大学的学生人数为衡量依据的。It was difficult to measure the precise impact of the labor action.此次罢工影响几何，难以作出准确的评估。2[VERB	动词]测量；度量；计量 If you measure a quantity that can be expressed in numbers, such as the length of something, you discover it using a particular instrument or device, for example a ruler.   [V n]Measure the length and width of the gap...测量一下这条缝隙的长与宽。He measured the speed at which ultrasonic waves travel along the bone.他测出了超声波穿过骨头的速度。3[VERB	动词]距离(或长度、宽度、数量等)为… If something measures a particular length, width, or amount, that is its size or intensity, expressed in numbers.   [V amount]  [no cont]The house is more than twenty metres long and measures six metres in width...这座房子长20多米，宽6米。This hand-decorated plate measures 30cm across...这只手工绘制的盘子直径为30厘米。Their paddock measures 24 metres square.他们的围场为24米见方。4[N-SING	单数名词]相当数量；一定程度 A measure of a particular quality, feeling, or activity is a fairly large amount of it.   [N of n]  [FORMAL 正式]With the exception of Juan, each attained a measure of success...除了胡安之外，每个人都获得了相当大的成功。The colonies were claiming a larger measure of self-government.殖民地正要求获得更大程度上的自治。5[N-SING	单数名词]（情形严重或发展到了一定程度的）体现，表现，标志 If you say that one aspect of a situation is a measure of that situation, you mean that it shows that the situation is very serious or has developed to a very great  extent.   [N of n/wh]It is a measure of their plight that few of them have anywhere to go to...他们几乎全都无处可归，看得出他们是陷入了困境。That is a measure of how bad things have become at the bank.那简直就是银行里糟糕局面的写照。6[N-COUNT	可数名词]措施；办法 When someone, usually a government or other authority, takes measures to do something, they carry out particular actions in order to achieve a particular result.   [oft N to-inf]  [FORMAL 正式]The government warned that police would take tougher measures to contain the trouble...政府警告说，警方将采取更为强硬的措施来遏制动乱。He said stern measures would be taken against the killers...他说将会采取严厉措施惩罚凶手。As a precautionary measure repeat the medication.作为预防性措施，请重复用药。7[N-COUNT	可数名词](标准量的)一杯(烈性酒) A measure of a strong alcoholic drink such as brandy or whisky is an amount of it in a glass. In pubs and bars, a measure is an official standard amount.   [usu N of n]He poured himself another generous measure of malt.他又为自己倒了满满一大杯麦芽威士忌。...a pub measure of spirits.一杯烈酒8[N-COUNT	可数名词](音乐的)小节 In music, a measure is one of the several short parts of the same length into which a piece of music is divided.   [AM 美]in BRIT, use 英国英语用 bar9See also:measured；measuring；counter-measure；half measure；tape measure；  10[PHRASE	短语]非常；极其 If you say that something has changed or that it has affected you beyond measure, you are emphasizing that it has done this to a great extent.   [PHR after v]  [emphasis]Mankind's knowledge of the universe has increased beyond measure...人类对于宇宙的了解已经大为增加。She irritated him beyond measure.她让他大为光火。11[PHRASE	短语]附加地；除此之外地 If you say that something is done for good measure, you mean that it is done in addition to a number of other things.   [PHR after v]I repeated my question for good measure...另外，我重复了我的问题。For good measure, a few details of hotels were included.除此之外还包括对宾馆的一些详细介绍。12[PHRASE	短语]了解；熟悉；估量…的能力/掂量出…的分量；摸清…的底细 If you get or take the measure of someone or something, you discover what they are like, so that you are able to control them or deal with them. If you have the measure of someone or something, you have succeeded in doing this.   [V inflects]The governments of the industrialized world had failed to get the measure of the crisis...工业化国家的政府没能意识到这次危机的严重程度。Has he taken the measure of us and concluded that we're not willing to risk a life?...他有没有掂掂我们的分量，知道我们并不愿冒生命危险？Lili was the only person I knew who had the measure of her brother.在我认识的人中间，只有莉莉清楚她兄弟几斤几两。13[PHRASE	短语]在某种程度上/在很大程度上 If something is true in some measure or in large measure, it is partly or mostly true.   [PHR with cl]  [FORMAL 正式]Power is in some measure an act of will...权力在某种程度上是意志的表现。In Britain, we have so far escaped, in large measure, either of these afflictions.在英国，我们迄今为止已经远远地避开了这两类麻烦。相关词组：measure out measure up  measure1 verbmeasure2 nounmeasuremea‧sure1 /ˈmeʒə $ -ər/ ●●● S2 W2 verb  Verb Table Examples Thesaurus Collocations Phrases Word family 1[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 verb1to 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?2to 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.measure1 verbmeasure2 nounmeasuremeasure2 ●●○ W2 noun [countable]  Entry menu Word Origin Examples Thesaurus Collocations Phrases Word family 1action 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.2half 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.3sign/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.4amount 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).5unit of measurement a)an amount or unit in a measuring system:  a table of weights and measures b)a standard amount of an alcoholic drink6in 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.7in 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.8for 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?9beyond measure very much or very great – used when you want to emphasize what you are saying:  Her work has improved beyond measure.10the full measure of something formal the whole of something:  Ralph received the full measure of his mother’s devotion.11in 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.12have/get the measure of something to become familiar with something, so that you can control or deal with it13have/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.14thing used for measuring something used for measuring, for example a piece of wood or a container →tape measure15music 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 measureat short1(23)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 something· The measures were aimed at reducing the speed of cars on the roads.ADJECTIVES/NOUN + measurea 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.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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                            verb                ,                  noun                            measure      measures      measured      measuring                            verb        ★                    size/quantity        大小；数量                    1        ★                  to find the size, quantity, etc. of sth in standard units            测量；度量                                    measuresth (in sth)                          ◆          A ship's speed is measured in knots.          船速以节测量。                          ◆          a device that measures the level of radiation in the atmosphere          测量大气中辐射强度的仪器                          ◆                      measuring equipment/instruments                    测量装备╱仪器                          measuresb/sth for sth                          ◆          He's gone to be measured for a new suit.          他去量尺寸做新衣服去了。                          measurehow much, how long, etc…                          ◆          A dipstick is used to measure how much oil is left in an engine.          量油尺是用来探查引擎中的剩余油量的。                            2        ★                  linking verb                (          not used in the progressive tenses            不用于进行时          )                + noun                  to be a particular size, length, amount, etc.            （指尺寸、长短、数量等）量度为                                    ◆          The main bedroom measures 12ft by 15ft.          主卧室宽 12 英尺，长 15 英尺。                          ◆          The pond measures about 2 metres across.          这个池塘宽约 2 米。                            judge        判断                    3        ★                  measuresth                |                  measurehow, what, etc…                          to judge the importance, value or effect of sth            估量，判定（重要性、价值或影响等）                                    SYN                                                    assess                                                              ◆          It is difficult to measure the success of the campaign at this stage.          在现阶段还难以估量这场运动的成败。                                    PHRASAL VERBS                    ˈmeasure sb/sth against sb/sth                              to compare sb/sth with sb/sth              使相比较                                            ◆            The figures are not very good when measured against those of our competitors.            和我们的竞争者相比，我们的数字并不乐观。                                      ˌmeasure sth↔ˈout                              to take the amount of sth that you need from a larger amount              取出（或量出）所需量                                            ◆            He measured out a cup of milk and added it to the mixture.            他倒了一杯牛奶，掺了进去。                                      ˌmeasure ˈup | ˌmeasure sb/sth↔ˈup                              to measure sb/sth              测量；量度                                            ◆            We spent the morning measuring up and deciding where the furniture would go.            我们花了一上午量来量去，决定家具怎么摆。                                      ˌmeasure ˈup (to sth/sb)                              (              usually used in negative sentences and questions                通常用于否定句和疑问句              )                        to be as good, successful, etc. as expected or needed              达到预期的要求；符合标准                                            SYN                                                            match up                                                                          ◆            Last year's intake just didn't measure up.            去年纳入的人数没有达到预期的要求。                                ◆            The job failed to measure up to her expectations.            这项工作没有满足她的期望。                                                    noun        ★                                  official action        正式行动                    1        ★                  [countable          ]                          an official action that is done in order to achieve a particular aim            措施；方法                                    ◆                      safety/security/austerity measures                    安全╱保安╱紧缩措施                          ◆                      a temporary/an emergency measure                    临时╱紧急措施                          measure(to do sth)                          ◆          We must take            preventive measuresto reduce crime in the area.                    我们必须采取预防措施来减少这个地区的犯罪。                          ◆          The government is introducing tougher measures to combat crime.          政府正在引入更强硬的手段来打击犯罪。                          ◆          measures against racism          反种族主义措施                          ◆          Police in riot gear were in attendance as a            precautionary measure.                    身着防暴服的警察到场戒备。                          ☞synonyms at                                                    action                                                              ☞see also                                                    half measures                                                                unit of size/quantity        度量单位                    2        ★                  [countable                ,         uncountable          ]                          a unit used for stating the size, quantity or degree of sth; a system or a scale of these units            度量单位；计量标准                                    ◆          weights and measures          度量衡                          ◆          The Richter Scale is a measure of ground motion.          里氏震级是测量地动的单位。                          ◆                      liquid/dry measure                    液量；干量                          ◆          Which measure of weight do pharmacists use?          药剂师使用什么剂量单位？                            3                  [countable          ]                          (especially of alcohol          尤指酒          )                          a standard quantity            标准量                                    ◆          a generous measure of whisky          比标准量稍多一点的威士忌                            amount        程度                    4                  [singular          ]                          a particular amount of sth, especially a fairly large amount            （一定的）量，程度                                    SYN                                                    degree                                                              ◆          A measure of technical knowledge is desirable in this job.          做这项工作最好多懂一些技术知识。                          ◆          She achieved some measure of success with her first book.          她出第一部书就得到了相当的成功。                            instrument for measuring        测量仪器                    5                  [countable          ]                          an instrument such as a stick, a long tape or a container that is marked with standard units and is used for measuring            量器；计量工具                                    ☞see also                                                    tape measure                                                                way of showing/judging        展示方式；判断方法                    6                  [singular          ]                          a sign of the size or the strength of sth            尺度；标准；程度                                    ◆          Sending flowers is a measure of how much you care.          送花能表明你有多关心。                            7                  [countable          ]                          a way of judging or measuring sth            判断；衡量                                    ◆          an accurate measure of ability          能力的准确评判                          ◆          Is this test a good measure of reading comprehension?          这种测试是判断阅读理解力的好方法吗？                            suggested new law        法案                    8                  [countable          ]                          (            NAmE)                    a written suggestion, especially one for a new law made by the lawmakers of a state            （尤指州立法者的）提案，法案，议案                                    ◆          a motion to refer the measure to another committee          将提案提交给另一个委员会的动议                          ◆          a ballot measure            (= a change in the law that voters decide on)                    投票表决的法案                            in music        音乐                    9        (          NAmE)                          (                      BrE                    bar          )                          [countable          ]                          one of the short sections of equal length that a piece of music is spanided into, and the notes that are in it            小节（音乐节拍的单位）                                      IDIOMS              beyond ˈmeasure                              (              formal)                        very much              非常；极其                                            ◆            He irritated me beyond measure.            他使我非常生气。                                      for good ˈmeasure                              as an extra amount of sth in addition to what has already been done or given              作为额外增添；外加的项目                                            ◆            Use 50g of rice per person and an extra spoonful for good measure.            按每人 50 克大米的分量，再额外加一勺。                                      full/short ˈmeasure                              the whole of sth or less of sth than you expect or should have              足量；不足量                                            ◆            We experienced the full measure of their hospitality.            我们领受了他们十足的盛情。                                ◆            The concert only lasted an hour, so we felt we were getting short measure.            音乐会仅仅持续了一个小时，让我们有一种缺斤少两的感觉。                                      in full ˈmeasure                              (              formal)                        to the greatest possible degree              最大程度地；最大限度地                                                  get/take/have the ˈmeasure of sb | get/have/take sb's ˈmeasure                              (              formal)                        to form an opinion about sb's character or abilities so that you can deal with them              摸清某人的底细                                            ◆            After only one game, the chess champion had the measure of his young opponent.            仅仅一局过后，这位国际象棋冠军就摸清了年轻对手的实力。                                      in no small ˈmeasure | in some, equal, etc. ˈmeasure                              (              formal)                        to a large extent or degree; to some, etc. extent or degree              在很大（或某种、同样等）程度上                                            ◆            The introduction of a new tax accounted in no small measure for the downfall of the government.            这届政府的垮台在很大程度上归因于征收一种新税。                                ◆            Our thanks are due in equal measure to every member of the team.            我们同样感谢每一位队员。                                      ˌmade to ˈmeasure                              (              BrE)                        made especially for one person according to particular measurements              量身订制的                                            SYN                                                            bespoke                                                                          ◆            You'll need to get a suit made to measure.            你得订做一套西装。                                ◆            a made-to-measure suit            订做的套装                                      ☞more at                                    large                                   adj.                        meas·ure              /        ˈmeʒə(r)                ;          NAmE                ˈmeʒər                /             measure[ˈmeʒə(r)]measured, measuring, measuresCET4CET6TEM4考研IELTSv138130969231919257704351915502n94247778433917876572777027310VERB13311129907NOUN13871064882Spoken:172025090measured[3478] measures[6979] measuring[2630]测量(53%)，措施(25%)，程度(7%)，尺寸(5%)，量度(5%)，办法(2%)，比较(1%)，权衡(1%)，给予(1%)n.测量；措施；程度；尺寸vt.测量；估量；权衡vi.测量；估量

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Collins	measure ★★★★☆ /me̱ʒə(r)/ 1 [VERB 动词]衡量；估量；评估；判定 If you measure the quality, value, or effect of something, you discover or judge how great it is. [V n prep] [V n] I continued to measure his progress against the charts in the doctor's office... 我继续比照医生办公室里的图表来判断他病情的发展。 A grammar school's success was measured in terms of the number of pupils who got into university... 一所文法学校成功与否是以考上大学的学生人数为衡量依据的。 It was difficult to measure the precise impact of the labor action. 此次罢工影响几何，难以作出准确的评估。 2 [VERB 动词]测量；度量；计量 If you measure a quantity that can be expressed in numbers, such as the length of something, you discover it using a particular instrument or device, for example a ruler. [V n] Measure the length and width of the gap... 测量一下这条缝隙的长与宽。 He measured the speed at which ultrasonic waves travel along the bone. 他测出了超声波穿过骨头的速度。 3 [VERB 动词]距离(或长度、宽度、数量等)为… If something measures a particular length, width, or amount, that is its size or intensity, expressed in numbers. [V amount] [no cont] The house is more than twenty metres long and measures six metres in width... 这座房子长20多米，宽6米。 This hand-decorated plate measures 30cm across... 这只手工绘制的盘子直径为30厘米。 Their paddock measures 24 metres square. 他们的围场为24米见方。 4 [N-SING 单数名词]相当数量；一定程度 A measure of a particular quality, feeling, or activity is a fairly large amount of it. [N of n] [FORMAL 正式] With the exception of Juan, each attained a measure of success... 除了胡安之外，每个人都获得了相当大的成功。 The colonies were claiming a larger measure of self-government. 殖民地正要求获得更大程度上的自治。 5 [N-SING 单数名词]（情形严重或发展到了一定程度的）体现，表现，标志 If you say that one aspect of a situation is a measure of that situation, you mean that it shows that the situation is very serious or has developed to a very great extent. [N of n/wh] It is a measure of their plight that few of them have anywhere to go to... 他们几乎全都无处可归，看得出他们是陷入了困境。 That is a measure of how bad things have become at the bank. 那简直就是银行里糟糕局面的写照。 6 [N-COUNT 可数名词]措施；办法 When someone, usually a government or other authority, takes measures to do something, they carry out particular actions in order to achieve a particular result. [oft N to-inf] [FORMAL 正式] The government warned that police would take tougher measures to contain the trouble... 政府警告说，警方将采取更为强硬的措施来遏制动乱。 He said stern measures would be taken against the killers... 他说将会采取严厉措施惩罚凶手。 As a precautionary measure repeat the medication. 作为预防性措施，请重复用药。 7 [N-COUNT 可数名词](标准量的)一杯(烈性酒) A measure of a strong alcoholic drink such as brandy or whisky is an amount of it in a glass. In pubs and bars, a measure is an official standard amount. [usu N of n] He poured himself another generous measure of malt. 他又为自己倒了满满一大杯麦芽威士忌。 ...a pub measure of spirits. 一杯烈酒 8 [N-COUNT 可数名词](音乐的)小节 In music, a measure is one of the several short parts of the same length into which a piece of music is divided. [AM 美] in BRIT, use 英国英语用 bar 9 See also:measured ；measuring ；counter-measure ；half measure ；tape measure ； 10 [PHRASE 短语]非常；极其 If you say that something has changed or that it has affected you beyond measure, you are emphasizing that it has done this to a great extent. [PHR after v] [emphasis] Mankind's knowledge of the universe has increased beyond measure... 人类对于宇宙的了解已经大为增加。 She irritated him beyond measure. 她让他大为光火。 11 [PHRASE 短语]附加地；除此之外地 If you say that something is done for good measure, you mean that it is done in addition to a number of other things. [PHR after v] I repeated my question for good measure... 另外，我重复了我的问题。 For good measure, a few details of hotels were included. 除此之外还包括对宾馆的一些详细介绍。 12 [PHRASE 短语]了解；熟悉；估量…的能力/掂量出…的分量；摸清…的底细 If you get or take the measure of someone or something, you discover what they are like, so that you are able to control them or deal with them. If you have the measure of someone or something, you have succeeded in doing this. [V inflects] The governments of the industrialized world had failed to get the measure of the crisis... 工业化国家的政府没能意识到这次危机的严重程度。 Has he taken the measure of us and concluded that we're not willing to risk a life?... 他有没有掂掂我们的分量，知道我们并不愿冒生命危险？ Lili was the only person I knew who had the measure of her brother. 在我认识的人中间，只有莉莉清楚她兄弟几斤几两。 13 [PHRASE 短语]在某种程度上/在很大程度上 If something is true in some measure or in large measure, it is partly or mostly true. [PHR with cl] [FORMAL 正式] Power is in some measure an act of will... 权力在某种程度上是意志的表现。 In Britain, we have so far escaped, in large measure, either of these afflictions. 在英国，我们迄今为止已经远远地避开了这两类麻烦。相关词组： measure out measure up
Oxford	meas·ure ★ / ˈmeʒə(r) ; NAmE ˈmeʒər / verb , noun measure measures measured measuring verb ★ size/quantity 大小；数量 1 ★ to find the size, quantity, etc. of sth in standard units 测量；度量 measuresth (in sth) ◆ A ship's speed is measured in knots. 船速以节测量。 ◆ a device that measures the level of radiation in the atmosphere 测量大气中辐射强度的仪器 ◆ measuring equipment/instruments 测量装备╱仪器 measuresb/sth for sth ◆ He's gone to be measured for a new suit. 他去量尺寸做新衣服去了。 measurehow much, how long, etc… ◆ A dipstick is used to measure how much oil is left in an engine. 量油尺是用来探查引擎中的剩余油量的。 2 ★ linking verb ( not used in the progressive tenses 不用于进行时 ) + noun to be a particular size, length, amount, etc. （指尺寸、长短、数量等）量度为 ◆ The main bedroom measures 12ft by 15ft. 主卧室宽 12 英尺，长 15 英尺。 ◆ The pond measures about 2 metres across. 这个池塘宽约 2 米。 judge 判断 3 ★ measuresth \| measurehow, what, etc… to judge the importance, value or effect of sth 估量，判定（重要性、价值或影响等） SYN assess ◆ It is difficult to measure the success of the campaign at this stage. 在现阶段还难以估量这场运动的成败。 PHRASAL VERBS ˈmeasure sb/sth against sb/sth to compare sb/sth with sb/sth 使相比较 ◆ The figures are not very good when measured against those of our competitors. 和我们的竞争者相比，我们的数字并不乐观。 ˌmeasure sth↔ˈout to take the amount of sth that you need from a larger amount 取出（或量出）所需量 ◆ He measured out a cup of milk and added it to the mixture. 他倒了一杯牛奶，掺了进去。 ˌmeasure ˈup \| ˌmeasure sb/sth↔ˈup to measure sb/sth 测量；量度 ◆ We spent the morning measuring up and deciding where the furniture would go. 我们花了一上午量来量去，决定家具怎么摆。 ˌmeasure ˈup (to sth/sb) ( usually used in negative sentences and questions 通常用于否定句和疑问句 ) to be as good, successful, etc. as expected or needed 达到预期的要求；符合标准 SYN match up ◆ Last year's intake just didn't measure up. 去年纳入的人数没有达到预期的要求。 ◆ The job failed to measure up to her expectations. 这项工作没有满足她的期望。 noun ★ official action 正式行动 1 ★ [countable ] an official action that is done in order to achieve a particular aim 措施；方法 ◆ safety/security/austerity measures 安全╱保安╱紧缩措施 ◆ a temporary/an emergency measure 临时╱紧急措施 measure(to do sth) ◆ We must take preventive measuresto reduce crime in the area. 我们必须采取预防措施来减少这个地区的犯罪。 ◆ The government is introducing tougher measures to combat crime. 政府正在引入更强硬的手段来打击犯罪。 ◆ measures against racism 反种族主义措施 ◆ Police in riot gear were in attendance as a precautionary measure. 身着防暴服的警察到场戒备。 ☞synonyms at action ☞see also half measures unit of size/quantity 度量单位 2 ★ [countable , uncountable ] a unit used for stating the size, quantity or degree of sth; a system or a scale of these units 度量单位；计量标准 ◆ weights and measures 度量衡 ◆ The Richter Scale is a measure of ground motion. 里氏震级是测量地动的单位。 ◆ liquid/dry measure 液量；干量 ◆ Which measure of weight do pharmacists use? 药剂师使用什么剂量单位？ 3 [countable ] (especially of alcohol 尤指酒 ) a standard quantity 标准量 ◆ a generous measure of whisky 比标准量稍多一点的威士忌 amount 程度 4 [singular ] a particular amount of sth, especially a fairly large amount （一定的）量，程度 SYN degree ◆ A measure of technical knowledge is desirable in this job. 做这项工作最好多懂一些技术知识。 ◆ She achieved some measure of success with her first book. 她出第一部书就得到了相当的成功。 instrument for measuring 测量仪器 5 [countable ] an instrument such as a stick, a long tape or a container that is marked with standard units and is used for measuring 量器；计量工具 ☞see also tape measure way of showing/judging 展示方式；判断方法 6 [singular ] a sign of the size or the strength of sth 尺度；标准；程度 ◆ Sending flowers is a measure of how much you care. 送花能表明你有多关心。 7 [countable ] a way of judging or measuring sth 判断；衡量 ◆ an accurate measure of ability 能力的准确评判 ◆ Is this test a good measure of reading comprehension? 这种测试是判断阅读理解力的好方法吗？ suggested new law 法案 8 [countable ] ( NAmE) a written suggestion, especially one for a new law made by the lawmakers of a state （尤指州立法者的）提案，法案，议案 ◆ a motion to refer the measure to another committee 将提案提交给另一个委员会的动议 ◆ a ballot measure (= a change in the law that voters decide on) 投票表决的法案 in music 音乐 9 ( NAmE) ( BrE bar ) [countable ] one of the short sections of equal length that a piece of music is spanided into, and the notes that are in it 小节（音乐节拍的单位） IDIOMS beyond ˈmeasure ( formal) very much 非常；极其 ◆ He irritated me beyond measure. 他使我非常生气。 for good ˈmeasure as an extra amount of sth in addition to what has already been done or given 作为额外增添；外加的项目 ◆ Use 50g of rice per person and an extra spoonful for good measure. 按每人 50 克大米的分量，再额外加一勺。 full/short ˈmeasure the whole of sth or less of sth than you expect or should have 足量；不足量 ◆ We experienced the full measure of their hospitality. 我们领受了他们十足的盛情。 ◆ The concert only lasted an hour, so we felt we were getting short measure. 音乐会仅仅持续了一个小时，让我们有一种缺斤少两的感觉。 in full ˈmeasure ( formal) to the greatest possible degree 最大程度地；最大限度地 get/take/have the ˈmeasure of sb \| get/have/take sb's ˈmeasure ( formal) to form an opinion about sb's character or abilities so that you can deal with them 摸清某人的底细 ◆ After only one game, the chess champion had the measure of his young opponent. 仅仅一局过后，这位国际象棋冠军就摸清了年轻对手的实力。 in no small ˈmeasure \| in some, equal, etc. ˈmeasure ( formal) to a large extent or degree; to some, etc. extent or degree 在很大（或某种、同样等）程度上 ◆ The introduction of a new tax accounted in no small measure for the downfall of the government. 这届政府的垮台在很大程度上归因于征收一种新税。 ◆ Our thanks are due in equal measure to every member of the team. 我们同样感谢每一位队员。 ˌmade to ˈmeasure ( BrE) made especially for one person according to particular measurements 量身订制的 SYN bespoke ◆ You'll need to get a suit made to measure. 你得订做一套西装。 ◆ a made-to-measure suit 订做的套装 ☞more at large adj. meas·ure / ˈmeʒə(r) ; NAmE ˈmeʒər /
LDC	measure1 verb measure2 noun measuremea‧sure1 /ˈmeʒə $ -ər/ ●●● S2 W2 verb Verb Table Examples Thesaurus Collocations Phrases Word family 1[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 against 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 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 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 verb1to 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?2to 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. measure1 verb measure2 noun measuremeasure2 ●●○ W2 noun [countable] Entry menu Word Origin Examples Thesaurus Collocations Phrases Word family 1action 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.2half 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.3sign/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.4amount 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).5unit of measurement a)an amount or unit in a measuring system: a table of weights and measures b)a standard amount of an alcoholic drink6in 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.7in 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.8for 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?9beyond measure very much or very great – used when you want to emphasize what you are saying: Her work has improved beyond measure.10the full measure of something formal the whole of something: Ralph received the full measure of his mother’s devotion.11in 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.12have/get the measure of something to become familiar with something, so that you can control or deal with it13have/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.14thing used for measuring something used for measuring, for example a piece of wood or a container → tape measure 15music 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) 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 something· The measures were aimed at reducing the speed of cars on the roads.ADJECTIVES/NOUN + measurea 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.phrasesa package/series of measures (=a set of measures used to deal with something)· A package of road safety measures has been announced.
WDF	measure [ˈmeʒə(r)]measured, measuring, measures CET4CET6TEM4考研IELTS v1381 30969 2319 1925 7704 3519 15502 n942 47778 4339 1787 6572 7770 27310 VERB1331 1129907 NOUN1387 1064882 Spoken: 172025090 measured[3478] measures[6979] measuring[2630] 测量(53%)，措施(25%)，程度(7%)，尺寸(5%)，量度(5%)，办法(2%)，比较(1%)，权衡(1%)，给予(1%) n.测量；措施；程度；尺寸 vt.测量；估量；权衡 vi.测量；估量

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