linear measure

noun

1
: a measure of length
2
: a system of measures of length

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1890, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of linear measure was circa 1890

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“Linear measure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/linear%20measure. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

linear measure

noun
1
: a measure of length
2
: a system of measures of length
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