Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
velocimeter
Noun
/vɪˈlɒs.ɪ.mɪ.tər/
Definition
A velocimeter is an instrument used to measure the speed of something, specifically the velocity of a moving object or fluid.
Examples
- The engineer used a velocimeter to determine the speed of the water flow in the river.
- Velocimeters are essential in various scientific research applications.
- The racing team incorporated a velocimeter into their vehicle to track performance metrics.
Meaning
The term velocimeter combines the Latin word ‘velocitas,’ meaning ‘speed’, with the suffix ‘-meter,’ which indicates measurement.
Synonyms
- Speedometer
- Flow meter
- Velocity meter
