star gauge

1 of 2

noun

1

: an instrument for measuring bore diameters that consists of a long rod having a micrometer handle and a head fitted to receive adjustable radial steel points

2

: a count of the stars visible in standard areas in different portions of the heavens

star-gauge

2 of 2

transitive verb

: to measure with a star gauge

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