| 单词 | vernier |
| 释义 | Word Frequency vernier(ˈvɜːnɪə) noun 1. a small movable scale running parallel to the main graduated scale in certain measuring instruments, such as theodolites, used to obtain a fractional reading of one of the divisions on the main scale 2. an auxiliary device for making a fine adjustment to an instrument, usually by means of a fine screw thread 3. (modifier) relating to or fitted with a vernier a vernier scale a vernier barometer Word origin C18: named after Paul Vernier (1580–1637), French mathematician, who described the scale |
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