A tape measure, or measuring tape, is a long, flexible ruler used to measure length or distance. It usually consists of a ribbon of cloth, plastic, fibreglass or metal strip, most often a hard steel alloy, carrying linear measurement markings along its length.
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Introduced When (Circa)The first retractable tape measure is credited to British metalworker James Chesterman, patented in 1821. 1 OriginChesterman went on to patent the first steel tape measure, building on his earlier retractable design. 1 FAQs
Who invented the retractable tape measure?
British metalworker James Chesterman, who patented it in 1821.
The first retractable tape measure is credited to the British metalworker James Chesterman, who patented it in 1821. Chesterman went on to patent the first steel tape measure, building on his earlier retractable design.
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1. Tape Measure (Wikipedia)
Wikimedia FoundationHistory section, Chesterman 1821 sentence
James Chesterman, a British metalworker, is credited with the invention of the first retractable tape measure in 1821.
History section, Chesterman steel-tape-patent sentence
Building upon his prior design, Chesterman would patent the first steel tape measure.
In Group: Sewing Cutting and Marking Tools, Lead section
A tape measure or measuring tape is a long, flexible ruler used to measure length or distance.
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Dictionary.comUsed In: Sewing, DefinitionQuote, Used In: Sewing, Definition
used principally for measuring and fitting garments
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