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variometer

var·i·om·e·ter [ vèrree ómmətər ] (plural var·i·om·e·ters)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. magnetic field instrument: an instrument used to measure magnetic fields, especially variations in the Earth's magnetic field

2. rate-of-climb indicator: an instrument used to measure the rate of climb of an aircraft such as a glider

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