galvanoscope

noun

gal·​va·​no·​scope gal-ˈva-nə-ˌskōp How to pronounce galvanoscope (audio) ˈgal-və-nə- How to pronounce galvanoscope (audio)
: an instrument for detecting the presence and direction of an electric current by the deflection of a magnetic needle

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French, from galvano- (in galvanomètre galvanometer) + -scope -scope

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of galvanoscope was in 1832

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Cite this Entry

“Galvanoscope.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/galvanoscope. Accessed 4 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

galvanoscope

noun
gal·​va·​no·​scope gal-ˈvan-ə-ˌskōp How to pronounce galvanoscope (audio) ˈgal-və-nə- How to pronounce galvanoscope (audio)
: an instrument for detecting the presence and direction of an electric current by the deflection of a magnetic needle
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