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Piezometer

Noun: A device used for measuring the pressure of a fluid, typically a liquid, in a confined space such as underground aquifers or wells.

Sense 1: In hydrology, a piezometer is commonly employed to monitor the water level and pressure in wells.

Example sentence: The piezometer installed in the well accurately measures the water pressure at different depths.

Sense 2: In geotechnical engineering, a piezometer is utilized to assess soil or rock pore water pressure.

Example sentence: The construction project team installed piezometers to measure pore water pressure and ensure the stability of the slope.

Related terms: Water Level Monitor, Aquifer Pump, Geotechnical Engineering Tools