psychrometer

[ sahy-krom-i-ter ]

noun

1. an instrument for determining atmospheric humidity by the reading of two thermometers, the bulb of one being kept moist and ventilated.

psychrometer

/ saɪˈkrɒmɪtə /

noun

1. a type of hygrometer consisting of two thermometers, one of which has a dry bulb and the other a bulb that is kept moist and ventilated. The difference between the readings of the thermometers gives an indication of atmospheric humidity Also calledwet-and-dry-bulb thermometer

psychrometer

/ sī-krŏm′ĭ-tər /

1. See under hygrometer

Other Words From

• psy·chro·met·ric [sahy-kr, uh, -, me, -trik], psychro·metri·cal adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of psychrometer¹

First recorded in 1720–30; psychro- + -meter

Example Sentences

The psychrometer is seen inside the shelter on the right in Fig. 2.

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Twelve ordinary standard (psychrometer-) thermometers, divided to fifths of a degree (Centigrade).

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To overcome this difficulty another form of psychrometer has been devised.

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Make observations with the wet-bulb thermometer or the sling psychrometer as a part of your regular daily weather record.

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The sling psychrometer may, of course, be used simply as an ordinary sling thermometer.

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