also: たたみものさし
folding ruler; collapsible ruler
Rare term for a folding ruler, typically used in traditional carpentry or measuring contexts.
The carpenter measured the dimensions using a folding ruler.
Standard kanji spelling for this rare term.
Alternate spelling with okurigana.
Longer alternate spelling using 物差し.
Rare abbreviated spelling.
Compound of 畳む (to fold) and 尺 (a traditional unit of length, also meaning ruler). The exact historical derivation is uncertain.