THERMOMETRY

thermometry

(noun) the measurement of temperature

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

thermometry (uncountable)

(physics) The science and technology related to the measurement of temperature and the design and construction of thermometers.

Source: Wiktionary


Ther*mom"e*try, n.

Definition: The estimation of temperature by the use of a thermometric apparatus.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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