Outside Caliper (Noun)
Meaning
Caliper for measuring outside dimensions; points on its legs curve inward.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The machinist used an outside caliper to measure the diameter of the cylindrical part.
- To ensure accurate measurements, the outside caliper was carefully calibrated before use.
- The outside caliper's curved legs allowed it to fit snugly around the object being measured.
- The outside caliper was used in conjunction with a micrometer to achieve precise measurements.
- The engineer carefully placed the outside caliper around the pipe to measure its outer diameter.