Megameter
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /mɛˈɡɐˌmɪtə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Megameter is a noun meaning An instrument for determining longitude by observation of the stars.
Meaning
An instrument for determining longitude by observation of the stars.
More Meanings
- A micrometer.
- US spelling of megametre.
Example Sentences
Common numbers like distances would never be expressed in megameters or nanomiles — it would bring us too close to the Dilbertian world of pocket protectors and calculator holsters.
Word Forms
- megameters
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include stenometer, astrometer, metrochrome, macrometer, meter, metronomy.
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