CALLIPERS Synonyms
There are 6 hypernyms of the word callipers. (close relations)
Definition of CALLIPERS
Best Alternative Words for CALLIPERS
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caliper | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an instrument for measuring the distance between two points verb • measure the diameter of something with calipers | ||||||||
gauge | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a measuring instrument for measuring and indicating a quantity such as the thickness of wire or the amount of rain etc. • accepted or approved instance or example of a quantity or quality against which others are judged or measured or compared • the distance between the rails of a railway or between the wheels of a train • the thickness of wire • diameter of a tube or gun barrel verb • judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time) • rub to a uniform size • determine the capacity, volume, or contents of by measurement and calculation • measure precisely and against a standard • adapt to a specified measurement • mix in specific proportions | ||||||||
micrometer | nounn | |||||||
noun • caliper for measuring small distances • a metric unit of length equal to one millionth of a meter | ||||||||
tool | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an implement used in the practice of a vocation • the means whereby some act is accomplished • a person who is controlled by others and is used to perform unpleasant or dishonest tasks for someone else • obscene terms for penis verb • drive • ride in a car with no particular goal and just for the pleasure of it • furnish with tools • work with a tool | ||||||||
measuring instrument | nounn | |||||||
noun • instrument that shows the extent or amount or quantity or degree of something |