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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A device for evaluating various tensile properties of a material, such as Young's modulus, ultimate tensile strength and Poisson's ratio.
2. 2
   Alternative spelling of tensiometer. alt-of, alternative

Etymology

tension + -meter

Related phrases

poisson's ratioultimate tensile strengthyoung's modulus

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