durometer

[ doo-rom-i-ter, dyoo- ]

noun

1. a device for measuring the hardness of materials, especially metals.

Word History and Origins

Origin of durometer¹

1885–90; < Latin dūr ( us ) hard + -o- + -meter

Example Sentences

“The durometer cannot be too hard,” Sachee said, referring to a device that measures a material’s hardness.

From Washington Post

Each model features Ping’s multilevel, dual durometer face insert with variable depth and pitch grooves for consistent roll.

From Golf Digest

To find out, the authors quantified the mechanical properties of foot soles using a device called a Shore durometer.

From Nature

The firmer durometer is designed to work better with the grip pressure usually associated with higher swing speeds.

From Golf Digest

The samples varied by durometer, a measure of the level of squishiness.

From Salon