[mass noun]the action of measuring something 测量 accurate measurement is essential. 精确的测量是必不可少的。 [count noun]a telescope with which precise measurements can be made. 可以进行精确测量的望远镜。 ■[count noun]the size, length, or amount of something, as established by measuring (经测量得到的)尺寸;数量 his inside leg measurement. 他的腿内侧的尺寸。 ■[count noun]a unit or system of measuring 测量单位;度量制 a hand is a measurement used for measuring horses. 手宽是量马匹的测量单位。