Calipered: meaning, definitions and examples

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calipered

 

[ ˈkælɪpərd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

measuring tool

Calipered is a term derived from the tool called a caliper, used for measuring the distance between two opposite sides of an object. It is commonly employed in various fields, including engineering and woodworking, to achieve accurate measurements. When an object is calipered, it implies that its dimensions have been measured using this specific tool, ensuring precision in the process. This term underscores the importance of accuracy in technical fields where even minor discrepancies can lead to significant issues.

Synonyms

assessed, gauged, measured.

Examples of usage

  • The engineer calipered the metal piece to ensure it fits correctly.
  • Before cutting the wood, she calipered the width to make precise adjustments.
  • The technician calipered various components during the assembly process.

Translations

Translations of the word "calipered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 calibrado

🇮🇳 कलिब्रेटेड

🇩🇪 kalibriert

🇮🇩 terkalibrasi

🇺🇦 калібрований

🇵🇱 skalibrowany

🇯🇵 キャリブレーションされた

🇫🇷 étalonné

🇪🇸 calibrado

🇹🇷 kalibre edilmiş

🇰🇷 보정된

🇸🇦 معاير

🇨🇿 kalibrovaný

🇸🇰 kalibrovaný

🇨🇳 经过校准的

🇸🇮 kalibriran

🇮🇸 kalibreraður

🇰🇿 калибрленген

🇬🇪 კალიბრირებული

🇦🇿 kalibrlənmiş

🇲🇽 calibrado

Etymology

The word 'calipered' originates from the noun 'caliper', which itself comes from the Latin word 'calipria', referring to a pair of compasses or measuring instruments. The evolution of the term took place as the tool gained popularity among craftsmen and engineers, leading to its integration into everyday measurement language. The use of calipers dates back to ancient times, with variations of the tool appearing in different cultures for measurement purposes. Over time, 'caliper' has become synonymous with precision measurement, due to the tool's dual arms that provide straight, accurate measurements, making it invaluable in technical fields. As the use of calipers expanded, so did the verb form 'calipered', which denotes the action of measuring with this precise tool.