aerograph
|aero-graph|
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/ˈɛərəˌɡræf/
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/ˈeərəˌɡrɑːf/
air recording instrument
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerograph' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aero' meaning 'air' and 'graph' meaning 'to write or record'.
Historical Evolution
'aerograph' was formed by combining the Greek words 'aero' and 'graph' in the late 19th century to describe an instrument that records air conditions.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'an instrument for recording air conditions', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an instrument for recording the pressure, temperature, and humidity of the air.
The meteorologist used an aerograph to gather data for the weather report.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/19 13:21