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- [an-thruh-pom-i-ter]
- /ˌæn θrəˈpɒm ɪ tər/
- /ˈanθrəpəmˌɪtə/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [an-thruh-pom-i-ter]
- /ˌæn θrəˈpɒm ɪ tər/
Definitions of anthropometer word
- noun anthropometer an instrument that consists of a calibrated, vertical rod to which are attached two horizontal arms, one fixed and one movable, for measuring the human trunk and limbs. 1
- noun anthropometer A device used in anthropometry to measure parts of the body. 0
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Origin of anthropometer
First appearance:
before 1880 One of the 23% newest English words
First recorded in 1880-85; anthropo- + -meter
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Parts of speech for Anthropometer
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
anthropometer popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 39% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 54% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
anthropometer usage trend in Literature
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