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WordNet 3.0

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

Examples

  • “These are the games I salivate overa measuring stick of my ability.”

    Simon & Schuster: Gladiator

  • “The best way to show off my summer training is to bust out a blistering time in the forty-yard dashthe measuring stick for speed in football.”

    Simon & Schuster: Gladiator

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hypernyms (3)

Words that are more generic or abstract

  1. measuring device
  1. measuring instrument
  1. measuring system

hyponyms (4)

Words that are more specific

  1. rule
  1. board rule
  1. size stick
  1. ruler

reverse dictionary (14)

Words that contain this word in their definition

  1. rule
  2. ruler
  1. size stick
  2. board rule
  1. log-rule
  2. metewand
  1. size-stick
  2. yardstick
  1. gad
  2. joss stick
  1. staff
  2. rod
  1. pole
  2. yard

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