מָדַד
madad
Everyday HebrewMeaning1. To find out the size, length, or amount of something, like with a ruler or a cup.
2. To put on clothes or shoes to see if they fit you.
HistoryThis word comes from the Bible, where it was used thousands of years ago to talk about measuring land or other things. The meaning has not changed since then.
Example
He measured the child's temperature.
