Admeasure

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1. Verb

To measure.

2. Verb

To determine the proper share of, or the proper apportionment; as, to admeasure dower; to admeasure common of pasture.

3. Verb

The measure of a thing; dimensions; size.

4. Verb

Formerly, the adjustment of proportion, or ascertainment of shares, as of dower or pasture held in common. This was by writ of admeasurement, directed to the sheriff.
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