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Geiger

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Name — A German surname, familiar to English speakers mainly through the Geiger counter, the radiation-detecting device named after physicist Hans Geiger.

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Geiger counter

Etymology

Borrowed from German Geiger.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Geiger” mean?

The word “Geiger” means a German surname, familiar to English speakers mainly through the Geiger counter, the radiation-detecting device named after physicist Hans Geiger. In plain terms, a surname best known from the Geiger counter, a device that detects radiation.

How do you pronounce “Geiger”?

“Geiger” is pronounced GEYE-guh (/ˈɡaɪɡə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “Geiger” in a sentence?

Here is “Geiger” used in a sentence: “The site was checked with a Geiger counter before workers went in.”

What part of speech is “Geiger”?

“Geiger” is a name.

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