electrometer

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elec·trom·e·ter | \ i-ˌlek-ˈträ-mə-tər

Definition of electrometer

: any of various instruments for detecting or measuring potential differences or ionizing radiations by means of the forces of attraction or repulsion between charged bodies

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Recent Examples on the Web Using an instrument called an electrometer, built by Pierre and his brother, Marie measured the mysterious rays emitted by thorium and uranium. — Adam Hadhazy, Discover Magazine, 10 Oct. 2019

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“Electrometer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/electrometer. Accessed 21 Jun. 2021.

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electrometer

noun

elec·trom·e·ter | \ i-ˌlek-ˈträm-ət-ər

Medical Definition of electrometer

: any of various instruments for detecting or measuring electric-potential differences or ionizing radiations by means of the forces of attraction or repulsion between charged bodies