Altimeter (Noun)
Meaning
An instrument that measures the height above ground; used in navigation.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The altimeter is an essential tool for pilots to gauge the aircraft's altitude during ascent and descent phases.
- The hikers consulted their map and altimeter to ensure they were following the correct path to the summit.
- To provide more accurate readings, the altimeter was calibrated according to local atmospheric pressure.
- In addition to GPS data, high-altitude climbers use an altimeter to measure their elevation and progress.
- The pilot adjusted the plane's course after noticing a discrepancy between the altimeter reading and the estimated altitude.