B1nounpoliticssociety
US/ˈmeʒ.ər/
UK/ˈmeʒ.ə/
an official action taken to deal with a problem
More often (verb): to find the size, length or amount of something
In context
The city introduced new measures to reduce traffic jams.
As a safety measure, all visitors must wear a helmet.
Wearing a mask was only a temporary measure.
Words that go with measure
verb + noun
- take measuresThe school took measures to stop bullying.
noun + noun
- safety measureFire doors are an important safety measure.
- security measuresSecurity measures at the airport are very strict.
adjective + noun
- temporary measureClosing the road was only a temporary measure.
- strict measuresThe government brought in strict measures against drunk driving.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The government must do measures to stop pollution.Correct: The government must take measures to stop pollution.