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speedometer

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for speedometer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A dashboard instrument that shows how fast a vehicle is currently traveling.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

speed indicator

How to use speedometer

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

check the speedometer the speedometer reads

Etymology

From "speed" plus "-o-" plus "-meter" ("measuring device").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “speedometer” mean?

The word “speedometer” means a dashboard instrument that shows how fast a vehicle is currently traveling. In plain terms, the dial that tells you how fast your car is going.

How do you pronounce “speedometer”?

“Speedometer” is pronounced spih-DOM-ih-tuh (/spɪˈdɑ.mɪ.təɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “speedometer” in a sentence?

Here is “speedometer” used in a sentence: “The speedometer needle crept past 70 as they merged onto the freeway.”

What part of speech is “speedometer”?

“Speedometer” is a noun.

Related words

speed limit speeder speeding

Nearby words

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