thermometer
What is another word for thermometer? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — An instrument used to measure temperature.
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How to use thermometer
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
digital thermometer
read the thermometer
Etymology
From French thermometre, built from thermo- ("heat") plus -meter ("measure").
Full origin of thermometer →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.
