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Word: Altimeter
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
mid 18th century (denoting an instrument for measuring vertical extents or angles): from Latin altus ‘high’ + -meter
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈaltɪmiːtə
Dialects: British English
Definition:
an instrument for determining altitude attained, especially a barometric or radar device fitted in an aircraft.
Short Definition:instrument for determining altitude attained
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