albedometer
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/ælˌbiːˈdɒmɪtər/
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/ælˌbiːˈdɒmɪtə/
instrument for measuring reflectivity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'albedometer' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'albedo,' where 'albus' meant 'white.'
Historical Evolution
'albedo' transformed into the scientific term 'albedometer' to describe an instrument measuring reflectivity.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'whiteness or reflectivity,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an instrument measuring reflectivity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an instrument used to measure the albedo, or reflectivity, of a surface.
The scientist used an albedometer to measure the reflectivity of the snow.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/13 05:21