HYGROMETRIC

Etymology

Adjective

hygrometric (not comparable)

Of or pertaining to hygrometry

Measured using a hygrometer

Source: Wiktionary


Hy`gro*met"ric, Hy`gro*met"ric*al, a. Etym: [Cf. F. hygrométrique.]

1. Of or pertaining to hygrometry; made with, or according to, the hygrometer; as, hygrometric observations.

2. Readily absorbing and retaining moisture; as, hygrometric substances, like potash.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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