vernier scale

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Noun vernier scale has 1 sense

vernier scale, vernier - a small movable scale that slides along a main scale; the small scale is calibrated to indicate fractional divisions of the main scale
--₁ is a kind of scale

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Vernier Scale

Description:

The vernier scale is a measuring instrument used for obtaining accurate readings on linear or circular scales. It is often found as a component in precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, and theodolites.

Sample sentences:

The technician used the vernier scale on the caliper to measure the thickness of the metal sheet.
She adjusted the microscope's focus using the vernier scale, ensuring precise magnification.
With the help of the vernier scale, the surveyor determined the exact angle of elevation of the building.
Our engineering class learned how to read measurements using a vernier scale.

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