Meaning of the word "get the measure of" in English

What does "get the measure of" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

get the measure of

US /ɡɛt ðə ˈmɛʒər əv/
UK /ɡɛt ðə ˈmɛʒər əv/

Idiom

to understand the character or abilities of someone or something

Example:
It took me a while to get the measure of my new boss.
The team is still trying to get the measure of their opponents.