avstånd — meaning in English

English meaning

• distance noun The amount of space between two points or places.
• measure verb To find the size, amount, or degree of something using an instrument or standard.
• remotely adverb From a distance, without being physically present.

Senses

avstånd is used for these senses in English:

• distance (military) The amount of space between soldiers or cavalry riders marching or standing in a rank; also, the amount of space between such ranks.
• remotely At a distance, far away.

distance — full definition

1. noun The amount of space between two points or places.
2. noun A lack of closeness or warmth between people; emotional separation.
3. verb To keep oneself apart from someone or something, especially to avoid association with it.

measure — full definition

1. verb To find the size, amount, or degree of something using an instrument or standard.
2. noun A standard unit or amount used for comparison or quantity.
3. noun An action taken to achieve a particular goal, especially in an official or legal context.

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