common measure

• Устаревший термин, обозначающий стандартное или обычное количество, размер или степень, используемые для сравнения или измерения. Также исторически используется в музыке для обозначения обычного размера (размер 4/4).

An old term referring to a standard or usual amount, size, or degree used for comparison or measurement. Also historically used in music to denote common time (4/4 time signature).

1. Standard unit of measurementB2formal

   A widely accepted unit or standard used for measuring something.

   Общепринятая единица измерения

   • The meter is a common measure of length in most countries.
   • In cooking, a cup is a common measure for liquids.
   • The common measure for weight in the US is the pound.

2. Shared standard or criterionC1formal

   A standard or criterion that is used by multiple parties for comparison or evaluation.

   Общий стандарт

   • The two companies agreed on a common measure for quality control.
   • There is no common measure for success in different industries.
   • They used a common measure to evaluate the performance of all employees.