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pressure gauge Definition

pressure gauge

noun

a gauge for measuring the pressure of steam, water, gas, etc.

pressure gauge Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • use: The available pressure, head, from the incoming water mains can be found using a pressure gage at a discharge point.
  • have: Some divers prefer to have the pressure gage on the right-hand side while others favor the left.

Adjective modifier

submersible: Each diver must have a certification card, a submersible pressure gage and a BC jacket.

Noun used with modifier

  • tire: Your tire pressure gage may have a conical end for doing this.
  • oil: Quick, what's the oil pressure gage say?
  • blood: Every aneroid blood pressure gage should be compared with a well maintained mercury sphygmomanometer on a regular basis.
  • quality: A good quality tire pressure gage is not expensive and a digital version will be easy to read.
  • tank: Some are at high pressure - these go to your tank pressure gage.