What's the difference between admeasure and admeasurer?

Admeasure


Definition:

  • (v. t.) To measure.
  • (v. t.) To determine the proper share of, or the proper apportionment; as, to admeasure dower; to admeasure common of pasture.
  • (v. t.) The measure of a thing; dimensions; size.
  • (v. t.) 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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Admeasurer


Definition:

  • (n.) One who admeasures.

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