footrules
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:The carpenter had a footrule in his pocket for quick measurements.
Definition:The singular form of footrules, specifically a measuring device with a foot at one end.
Example:He used a footrule to measure the wall before hanging the pictures.
Definition:To determine the size, amount, or dimensions of something using a measuring device, such as a footrule.
Example:She recalibrated the ruler using a precise footrule as a reference.
Definition:To adjust a measuring instrument for accuracy, often using a known standard like a footrule.
Example:Height will be measured using a footrule, or alternatively, a yardstick.
Definition:A measuring device, often metaphorically used for a standard of measurement or comparison.
Example:The carpenter switched from a footrule to a tape measure for more accurate measurements.
Definition:A measuring tape, while not a footrule, is another device used for similar purposes, such as measuring the length of a wall.
Example:They used a level and a footrule to ensure the wall was perfectly vertical.
Definition:An instrument used to measure or set horizontal or vertical positions, which can be used in conjunction with a footrule for precise measurements.
Example:He set the ruler and footrule down to work on his next marking.
Definition:A device used for straight measurement and marking lines, such as a footrule.
Example:The mechanic used a gauge and a footrule to measure the clearance of the engine block.
Definition:A measuring instrument, often specific to certain trades, which can be used alongside a footrule for precise measurements.
Example:The scale on the footrule was used to determine the precise dimensions of the new framing.
Definition:A strip of wood or metal marked with a calibrated scale for measuring length, such as a footrule.
Example:He used a caliper and a footrule to measure the clearance of the new frame.
Definition:A device with two curved legs for measuring the distance between two opposite sides, which can be used with a footrule for more complex measurements.
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