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hypsometer Definition

hyp·som·eter (-säm′ət ər)

noun

  1. a device for determining height above sea level by measuring atmospheric pressure as indicated by the boiling point of water
  2. any of several instruments for measuring heights of trees by triangulation

Etymology: hypso- + -meter

hypsometer Usage Examples

Noun used with modifier

  • 'laserace�: Tracy Young, Restormelâs trainee planner comments âLaserAce® Hypsometer is a handy tool and will come in useful for many height issues.
  • planner: Tracy Young, Restormelâs trainee planner comments âLaserAce® Hypsometer is a handy tool and will come in useful for many height issues.
  • trainee: Tracy Young, Restormelâs trainee planner comments âLaserAce® Hypsometer is a handy tool and will come in useful for many height issues.