Definition & Meaning of "measure up"

to measure up

[phrase form: measure]

to meet or exceed the established requirements or expectations in terms of quality, performance, or achievement

to determine the physical dimensions or size of something or someone

to assess someone's character, skills, or potential by carefully observing them

Example

The tailor measures up the customer for a perfect fit.

The surveyor measures up the land for the construction project.

The job interviewer carefully measured up the candidates.

The police officer measured up the suspects.

The carpenter measured up the wood before cutting it.

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