manometer
noun
Pronunciation: /məˈnɒmɪtər/
Definition
An instrument used for measuring the pressure of liquids or gases, typically consisting of a U-shaped tube containing a column of liquid.
Examples
The engineer used a digital manometer to calibrate the airflow in the ventilation system.
A simple manometer can be constructed by filling a transparent tube with water and measuring the height difference.
The laboratory report noted that the manometer reading remained stable throughout the experiment.
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