clinometer
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cli·nom·e·ter

noun \klī-ˈnä-mə-tər\

Definition of CLINOMETER

: any of various instruments for measuring angles of elevation or inclination

Origin of CLINOMETER

Greek klinein to lean
First Known Use: 1811

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