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telemetry

tih-LEHM-ih-tree

Telemetry (noun) means the automatic collection and transmission of data from a distant source to a place where it can be analysed. Example: “Engineers monitored the rocket's telemetry throughout the launch.”

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The automatic collection and transmission of data from a distant source to a place where it can be analysed.
"Engineers monitored the rocket's telemetry throughout the launch."

How to use telemetry

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishData automatically sent back from a remote device, vehicle, or sensor for monitoring.

Common pairings
telemetry data flight telemetry

Word forms

telemetries plural

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Etymology

From "tele-" ("distant") plus "-metry" ("measurement").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “telemetry” mean?

The word “telemetry” means the automatic collection and transmission of data from a distant source to a place where it can be analysed. In plain terms, data automatically sent back from a remote device, vehicle, or sensor for monitoring.

How do you pronounce “telemetry”?

“Telemetry” is pronounced tih-LEHM-ih-tree (/təˈlɛm.əˌtɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “telemetry” in a sentence?

Here is “telemetry” used in a sentence: “Engineers monitored the rocket's telemetry throughout the launch.”

What part of speech is “telemetry”?

“Telemetry” is a noun.

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