readings (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈriːdɪŋz/
Definition
Measurements or observations of a quantity, such as temperature, pressure, or voltage, taken at a particular time or over a period.
Examples
The instrument provided daily temperature readings.
We checked the blood pressure readings to monitor his health.
The final readings from the seismograph indicated a small tremor.
How to Use readings
- temperature readings (collocation)
- Measurements of temperature. — "The temperature readings were unusually high for this time of year."
- blood pressure readings (collocation)
- Measurements of blood pressure. — "The doctor reviewed the patient's blood pressure readings."
- daily readings (collocation)
- Measurements taken each day. — "We recorded the daily readings of the water level."
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