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Definition of Barometer
1. Noun. An instrument that measures atmospheric pressure.
Specialized synonyms: Aneroid, Aneroid Barometer, Barograph, Mercury Barometer, Weatherglass
Generic synonyms: Measuring Device, Measuring Instrument, Measuring System
Derivative terms: Barometric, Barometrical
Generic synonyms: Measuring Device, Measuring Instrument, Measuring System
Derivative terms: Barometric, Barometrical
Definition of Barometer
1. n. An instrument for determining the weight or pressure of the atmosphere, and hence for judging of the probable changes of weather, or for ascertaining the height of any ascent.
Definition of Barometer
1. Noun. (meteorology) An instrument for measuring atmospheric pressure ¹
2. Noun. Anything used as a gauge or indicator. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Barometer
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Medical Definition of Barometer
1. An instrument that measures the pressure of the atmosphere. (09 Oct 1997)