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altimeter

UK
/ælˈtɪmɪtə/
US
/ælˈtɪmɪtər/

Translations

altimeternoun
altimeters
pl
UK
/ælˈtɪmɪtə/
US
/ælˈtɪmɪtər/
The pilot checked the altimeter to ensure the plane was at the correct altitude.
Пилот проверил альтиметр, чтобы убедиться, что самолет находится на правильной высоте.
Synonyms
altitude meter
elevation meter
height gauge
barometer
altimeteradjective
UK
/ælˈtɪmɪtə/
US
/ælˈtɪmɪtɚ/
Used attributively before another noun to indicate relation to altitude measurement.

Definitions

altimeternoun
An instrument used to measure the altitude of an object above a fixed level, usually above sea level.
The pilot checked the altimeter to ensure the plane was flying at the correct altitude.
The altitude reading or value indicated by an altimeter instrument.
Her altimeter showed a steady 2,000-foot descent.
altimeteradjective
Relating to or used for measuring altitude.
The altimeter setting procedure must be completed before take-off.
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