As a Noun: 1. A thin rope made of twisted threads. English = string 2. A long, very thin piece of cotton, silk, nylon or wool. English = thread. 3. A long, thin piece of metal, often used to fasten or connect things. English = wire. 4. A length or piece of something long and thin. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To find out how big, long, wide or high something is using a tape-measure or other measuring device. English = measure.