kathetometer

Meanings

• noun

  An instrument used to measure the angle between a line and a horizontal or vertical plane.

  - "The kathetometer was used to measure the angle of the roof."
  - "The architect used a kathetometer to ensure the building was level."

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Variants

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Fathometer , Fathometers

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'katheteresthai' which means 'to bring down' or 'to align' and 'metron' which means 'measure'.

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Trivia

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1. The kathetometer was first used in ancient Greece for construction projects.

2. The kathetometer is also known as a 'level' or 'inclinometer' in some industries.

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Related Concepts

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1. Angle Measuring Instrument: The kathetometer is a type of angle measuring instrument, used to measure the angle between a line and a horizontal or vertical plane.

2. Surveyor's Tool: The kathetometer is a surveyor's tool used to measure angles in various applications, such as construction and engineering.

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Culture

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The kathetometer has been used extensively in engineering and architecture to ensure accuracy and precision in construction projects.

How to Memorize "kathetometer"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a construction site. Visualize the architect using a kathetometer to ensure the foundation is level.
   - Visualize the angle measurement being displayed on the kathetometer.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'kathetometer' with the idea of measuring angles.
   - Associate it with construction sites and architects.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic: Kathetometer = 'Kathe' for 'bring down' and 'meter' for 'measure'.
   - Create a visual mnemonic: Imagine a kathetometer as a ruler with an angle measure attached to it.

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