About The Word Altimeter
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Altimeter
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What's The Definition Of Altimeter?
[n] an instrument that measures the height above ground; used in navigation
Synonyms | Synonyms for Altimeter: Related Terms | Find terms related to Altimeter: See Also | aneroid | aneroid barometer | hypsometer | measuring device | measuring instrument | measuring system Altimeter In Webster's Dictionary \Al*tim"e*ter\, n. [LL. altimeter; altus high +
metrum, Gr. ?, measure: cf. F. altim[`e]tre.]
An instrument for taking altitudes, as a quadrant, sextant,
etc. --Knight.
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