cubic measure
Americannoun
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the measurement of volume or space by means of cubic units.
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a system of such units, especially that in which 1,728 cubic inches = 1 cubic foot and 27 cubic feet = 1 cubic yard, or that in which 1,000 cubic millimeters = 1 cubic centimeter, 1,000 cubic centimeters = 1,000 cubic decimeters, and 1,000 cubic decimeters = 1 cubic meter.
noun
Etymology
Origin of cubic measure
First recorded in 1650–60
Example Sentences
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Fogg said he was stunned by the difference in security measures between his car and his phone.
From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026
"And alongside this, some security measures that respond firstly to Syrian and Lebanese concerns, and also Israeli concerns," he added.
From Barron's • Jun. 21, 2026
An advisory committee recommended tighter security measures to combat potential insider trading and market manipulation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
The increased cost placed on the transit system comes from both the need to dispatch more trains and also additional security measures in the form of personnel and surveillance equipment.
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
When Tori said there were insane security measures, I thought she meant eye scanners and passwords and locks, but so far, everything has been open.
From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth
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