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<physics> An instrument for measuring heights by observation of barometric pressure; especially, one for determining heights by ascertaining the boiling point of water. It consists of a vessel for water, with a lamp for heating it, and an inclosed thermometer for showing the temperature of ebullition.
Origin: Gr. Height.
(01 Mar 1998)
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