accelerometer

[ɪkˌsɛl.əˈɹɑ.mə.ɾɚ]

ɪksɛl · ƏɹⱭ · mə · ɾɚ (4 syllables)

English Noun
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Definition

An instrument for measuring acceleration.

Etymology

From accelerate + -o- + -meter.

Example Sentences

  • "Near-synonym: vibrometer"
  • "Working with NR, ScotRail and Porterbrook, Perpetuum has fitted sensors with gyroscopes and accelerometers to trains that are already in passenger service."
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