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thermometer

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Noun — An instrument used to measure temperature.

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digital thermometer read the thermometer

Etymology

From French thermometre, built from thermo- ("heat") plus -meter ("measure").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “thermometer” mean?

The word “thermometer” means an instrument used to measure temperature. In plain terms, a device that tells you how hot or cold something is.

How do you pronounce “thermometer”?

“Thermometer” is pronounced thuh-MOM-ih-tuh (/θɚˈmɑ.mɪ.tɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “thermometer” in a sentence?

Here is “thermometer” used in a sentence: “She checked his temperature with a digital thermometer.”

What part of speech is “thermometer”?

“Thermometer” is a noun.

Where does the word “thermometer” come from?

The word “thermometer” comes from French. From French thermometre, built from thermo- ("heat") plus -meter ("measure").

Is “thermometer” a common word?

“Thermometer” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

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