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Definition of "caliper" [caliper]

  • An instrument consisting essentially of two curved hinged legs, used to measure thickness and distances. Often used in the plural. (noun)
  • A large instrument having a fixed and a movable arm on a graduated stock, used for measuring the diameters of logs and similar objects. (noun)
  • A vernier caliper. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "caliper" in a sentence
  • "Carefully remove the caliper from the rotor and hold it in your hand."
  • "Step 5: Now that the brake caliper is removed, unscrew the debris covers, which are over the bolts that secure the brake pads to the caliper, with a flathead screwdriver."
  • "Using stolen alien technology passed down to Fenris by a 12th degree Masonic Knight, this caliper is used to ensure that our artillery cannons are crafted to the highest specifications."