Caliper (Noun)
Meaning
An instrument for measuring the distance between two points (often used in the plural).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The engineer used a caliper to precisely measure the width of the metal plate.
- She carefully placed the calipers around the small part to get an accurate reading.
- He used digital calipers to measure the thickness of the material.
- The machinist relied on her trusty calipers to ensure the parts fit together perfectly.
- The student struggled to use the calipers correctly, resulting in a series of inaccurate measurements.