measuring stick, measure, measuring rod

measuring instrument having a sequence of marks at regular intervals; used as a reference in making measurements

• board rule — a measure used in computing board feet
• rule, ruler — measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths
• size stick — a mechanical measuring stick used by shoe fitters to measure the length and width of your foot

• measuring instrument, measuring system, measuring device — instrument that shows the extent or amount or quantity or degree of something