measuring tape
noun
: a long, thin piece of plastic, cloth, or metal that is marked with units of length (such as inches or centimeters) and that is used for measuring things
Examples of measuring tape in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
The package includes a sharp art knife with five replaceable blades, measuring tape, and two smoothers (one edged with soft felt).
—
Monica Bell, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2024
So, measuring tape in hand, Hopkins collected the data to prove her point.
—Julianna Lemieux, Scientific American, 11 July 2024
The most important part of your couch journey all comes down to one tool: a measuring tape.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 10 July 2024
Use a measuring tape at home to determine your measurements and find the right size for you.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for measuring tape 
These examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
illustrate current usage. Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of
Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback
about these examples.
Monica Bell, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2024
So, measuring tape in hand, Hopkins collected the data to prove her point.
—Julianna Lemieux, Scientific American, 11 July 2024
The most important part of your couch journey all comes down to one tool: a measuring tape.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 10 July 2024
Use a measuring tape at home to determine your measurements and find the right size for you.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 27 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for measuring tape
Articles Related to measuring tape
Dictionary Entries Near measuring tape
Cite this Entry
“Measuring tape.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/measuring%20tape. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share