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men·su·ra·tion (men′s̸hə rā′s̸hən)

noun

  1. the act, process, or art of measuring
  2. the branch of mathematics dealing with the determination of length, area, or volume

Etymology: LL mensuratio < mensuratus, pp. of mensurare, to measure < L mensura, measure

Related Forms:

  • mensurative men′·su·ra′·tive (-rāt′iv) adjective

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mensuration Synonyms

mensuration

n.

survey, measure, evaluation; see estimate 1, judgment 2.


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mensuration Usage Examples

Noun used with modifier

  • forest: He lectures and organizes courses on agroforestry, sustained yield forestry, forest mensuration, forest planning and harvesting, marketing and utilization.
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