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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative form of calipers, a device used to measure dimensions. alt-of, alternative, in-plural, often
2. 2
   an instrument for measuring the distance between two points wordnet
3. 3
   The part of a disc brake that holds the brake pads.

Verb

1. 1
   To use calipers to measure the size of. transitive
2. 2
   measure the diameter of something with calipers wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

appraiseappreciateassayassesscalculatecalibrate

Example

More examples

"It would be nice if you could use the caliper instead of your ruler: it's much more accurate!"

Etymology

Variant of caliber.

Related phrases

caliper brakevernier caliperbrake paddisc brake

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