common measure
nounUK /ˈkɒmən ˈmɛʒə/
US /ˈkɑːmən ˈmɛʒər/
A common measure is a usual way to tell how big or how much something is.
The teacher used a ruler as a common measure for all the students' drawings.
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2. In poetry, a common measure is a traditional hymn meter with four lines alternating between eight and six syllables.
The old hymn was written in common measure, so everyone could sing along easily.
3. In music, common measure refers to a regular rhythmic pattern or common time.
The drummer kept the song in common measure so the band stayed together.
4. A shared standard used to compare or judge different things fairly.
Money is a common measure that helps people compare the value of different goods.