Definitions for: Calipers


[n] an instrument for measuring the distance between two points



Webster (1913) Definition: Cal"i*pers, n. pl. [Corrupted from caliber.]
An instrument, usually resembling a pair of dividers or
compasses with curved legs, for measuring the diameter or
thickness of bodies, as of work shaped in a lathe or planer,
timber, masts, shot, etc.; or the bore of firearms, tubes,
etc.; -- called also caliper compasses, or {caliber
compasses}.

Caliper square, a draughtsman's or mechanic's square,
having a graduated bar and adjustable jaw or jaws.
--Knight.

Vernier calipers. See Vernier.

Synonyms: caliper, calliper, callipers

See Also: inside caliper, measuring device, measuring instrument, measuring system, micrometer, micrometer caliper, micrometer gauge, odd-leg caliper, outside caliper, vernier caliper, vernier micrometer

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