# mensurate

> English word · Verb

## Definitions
1. To measure absolutely the height, latitude and longitude of a point on the earth.
2. To measure accurately and precisely the position of an object. Not to be confused with refinement.

## Etymology
First attested in 1653; borrowed from Latin mēnsūrātus, perfect passive participle of mēnsūrō, see -ate (verb-forming suffix). Doublet of measure.

## Source
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