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Vocabulary Entry
caliper
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A caliper is a tool used to measure the distance between two opposite sides of an object.
Example Sentences
"The engineer used a caliper to measure the thickness of the metal plate."
"At the workshop, we have a digital caliper for precise measurements."
"She compared the dimensions of the wood pieces using her caliper."
V
verb
To caliper means to measure the distance or dimensions of an object using a caliper.
Example Sentences
"He will caliper the pipe to ensure it fits properly."
"Before assembling the parts, make sure to caliper them for accuracy."
"They decided to caliper the wood to check for any inconsistencies in size."