"velocimeter" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: velocimeters [plural]
Etymology: From velocity + meter. Head templates: {{en-noun}} velocimeter (plural velocimeters)
  1. A device used to measure the velocity of something, such as an object or a wave Categories (topical): Measuring instruments Synonyms: speedometer Related terms: velocimetric, velocimetry

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