aneroids
|an - e - roids|
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/ˈænəˌrɔɪdz/
(aneroid)
without liquid (instruments)
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aneroid' originates from French, specifically the word 'anéroïde', where 'an-' meant 'without' and 'éroid' derived from Greek 'ēidos' meaning 'form' or 'shape'.
Historical Evolution
'anéroïde' was adopted into English as 'aneroid' in the 19th century, and its plural form became 'aneroids'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without liquid', referring to barometers that do not use liquid, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'aneroid', which refers to a type of barometer that measures air pressure without using liquid.
The scientists used several aneroids to monitor the atmospheric pressure.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/08/05 18:36