Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

baroscope

Noun

/ˈbɛərəˌskoʊp/

Definition

An instrument used for measuring atmospheric pressure, which can indicate changes in weather conditions.

Examples

The baroscope indicated a drop in atmospheric pressure, signaling an approaching storm.
Scientists employed a baroscope to track weather patterns over several months.

Meaning

The term baroscope combines ‘baro-‘ meaning pressure, with ‘-scope’, meaning to observe or measure. It is primarily used to understand variations in atmospheric pressure.