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hygrometer
noun
hy·grom·e·ter
hī-ˈgrä-mə-tər
: any of several instruments for measuring the humidity of the atmosphere
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Lastly, parents should invest in a hygrometer to monitor the humidity level in the baby’s room.
—Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 15 July 2024
By day two on high, a hygrometer reading showed an increase of 54 percent humidity.
—Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2024
His first job is to follow her around with a hygrometer, testing the palace’s moisture levels in order to protect her from her fixation on poisoning via black mold.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 29 Feb. 2024
The best way to measure humidity levels is with a hygrometer, according to Cutler.
—Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 30 May 2024
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Word History
Etymology
probably from French hygromètre, from hygr- + -mètre -meter
First Known Use
1670, in the meaning defined above
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“Hygrometer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hygrometer. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
hygrometer
noun
hy·grom·e·ter
hī-ˈgräm-ət-ər
: an instrument for measuring the amount of moisture in the air
Medical Definition
hygrometer
noun
hy·grom·e·ter
hī-ˈgräm-ət-ər
: any of several instruments for measuring the humidity of the atmosphere
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