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Board Measure

Definition:

Board measure refers to the method of calculating the volume or quantity of lumber or timber based on its dimensions. It is commonly used in the construction and woodworking industries.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: noun

Meaning: The measurement of lumber in cubic units.

Example sentence: The board measure of the new batch of timber is 500 cubic feet.

Sense 2:

Part of Speech: verb

Meaning: To calculate the board footage of lumber or timber.

Example sentence: We need to board measure the remaining logs to determine the quantity for the project.

Sense 3:

Part of Speech: adjective

Meaning: Referring to the locally popular technique or standard of board measurement.

Example sentence: The carpenters used a board measure approach that is specific to this region.

Sense 4:

Part of Speech: adverb

Meaning: Indicating the popularity or acceptance of a specific board measure method.

Example sentence: The new board measure system was introduced and it quickly gained popularity among the local carpenters.