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mea·sur·ing rod

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. measuring stick, measure, measuring rodnoun

    measuring instrument having a sequence of marks at regular intervals; used as a reference in making measurements

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  1. Measuring rod

    A measuring rod is a tool used to physically measure lengths and survey areas of various sizes. Most measuring rods are round or square sectioned; however, they can also be flat boards. Some have markings at regular intervals. It is likely that the measuring rod was used before the line, chain or steel tapes used in modern measurement.

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  1. measuring rod

    A measuring rod is a tool used to physically measure lengths and distances. It is typically marked with standard units of measurement, such as inches or centimeters. The rod can vary in size and material, often rigid, made of wood, metal or plastic. Some versions, like a surveyor's rod, can be collapsible while others, like a carpenter's ruler, are fixed.

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  1. Measuring rod

    A measuring rod is a tool used to physically measure lengths and survey areas of various sizes. Most measuring rods are round or square sectioned, however they can be flat boards. Some have markings at regular intervals. It is likely that the measuring rod was used before the line, chain or steel tapes used in modern measurement.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of measuring rod in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of measuring rod in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of measuring rod in a Sentence

  1. Albert & Emily Vail, Transforming Light (pg 254):

    The measuring rod of a civilization is the prosperity of the masses.


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