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al·​ti·​graph | \ ˌaltəˌgraf \
plural -s

Definition of altigraph

: an altimeter equipped with a recording mechanism

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First Known Use of altigraph

1914, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for altigraph

alti- + -graph

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“Altigraph.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/altigraph. Accessed 24 Oct. 2021.

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