measuredloop
nounUK /ˈmɛʒ.əd.luːp/
US /ˈmɛʒ.ɚd.luːp/
A measured loop is a circle you make with a string or rope after checking its size.
The teacher tied a measured loop of rope around the cones.
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2. A repeating set of steps in a computer program that counts or checks something.
The program used a measured loop to count every item in the list.
3. A closed path in science whose length or size has been found exactly.
The scientist drew a measured loop on the map to show the route.
4. A piece of music that repeats a short rhythm at a set, steady speed.
The drummer played a measured loop while the band joined in.