Definition of Calipers

Cal´i`pers
n. pl.1.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.
Vernier calipers
See Vernier.
- Knight.


Related Words

caliper, calliper, callipers, 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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