gravimeter | ||
1. | [ noun ] (chemistry) a measuring instrument for determining the specific gravity of a liquid or solid | |
Synonyms: | hydrometer | |
Related terms: | measuring_instrument thermohydrometer salinometer | |
2. | [ noun ] (physics) a measuring instrument for measuring variations in the gravitational field of the earth | |
Synonyms: | gravity_meter | |
Related terms: | measuring_instrument | |
Similar spelling: |
gravimetry gravimetric |