Measure or dimension. For example, you might say “מידת החדר” to mean “the dimensions of the room.”
Degree or extent. For example, you might say “מידת החום” to mean “the degree of heat.”
Quantity or amount. For example, you might say “מידת המים” to mean “the quantity of water.”
Proportion or ratio. For example, you might say “מידת הסוכר בקפה” to mean “the proportion of sugar in the coffee.”
Quality or characteristic. For example, you might say “מידת הדין” to mean “the quality of justice.””

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