Tonometer (Noun)
Meaning
Measuring instrument for measuring tension or pressure (especially for measuring intraocular pressure in testing for glaucoma).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor used a tonometer to measure the patient's intraocular pressure to test for glaucoma.
- A tonometer is a specialized device that is used to measure the tension of a drumhead.
- The ophthalmologist applied the tonometer to the patient's eye to obtain a reading of the pressure.
- To check for signs of glaucoma, the optometrist used a non-contact tonometer to measure the pressure of the eye.
- A digital tonometer provides accurate measurements of tire pressure to ensure safety and proper inflation.