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Micrometer

Definition

A scientific instrument used to measure very small distances or thicknesses, typically with an accuracy of a thousandth of a millimeter or better.

Example Sentences

1The engineer carefully used a micrometer to measure the precise thickness of the metal sheet.
2Can you pass me the micrometer so I can check the diameter of this wire?
3The researcher employed a digital micrometer to record the exact dimensions of the microscopic specimen.
4In order to ensure accuracy, the manufacturer calibrated the micrometer against a certified standard.
5Students in the physics lab learned how to use a micrometer to measure the thickness of various materials.

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