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clinometer Definition

cli·nom·eter (klī nämət ər)

noun

an instrument for measuring angles of slope or inclination

Etymology: clino- + -meter

clinometer Related Forms
cli′·no·met·ric (klī′nō metrik) adjective or cli′·no·met·ri·cal cli·nom·etry (-ə trē) noun
clinometer Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • set: This should, however, be confirmed by repeating the process with the clinometer set at 10 degrees elevation and 10 degrees depression.

Adjective modifier

  • simple: For older children, preparation could include measuring slope angles with a simple clinometer.

Modifies a noun

  • reading: Clinometer readings were taken between the cairns both ways.

Noun used with modifier

  • gun: On a gun clinometer, the angle is recorded when the lever is released.

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