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Accelerometer

A noun, an accelerometer is a device that measures acceleration, typically used in electronic devices such as smartphones or game controllers.

Sense 1:

Accelerometer (noun)

A sensor used to detect and measure acceleration.

Example sentence: The smartphone's accelerometer detected when the user shook the device.

Sense 2:

Accelerometer (noun)

An instrument used to measure the acceleration of a moving or vibrating body.

Example sentence: The aerospace engineer relied on the accelerometer readings to determine the vibrations during the rocket launch.

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Accelerometer (adjective)

Describing a device or system that includes an accelerometer sensor.

Example sentence: The fitness tracker uses accelerometer technology to track the user's steps and movements.