Definition & Meaning of "caliper"

Caliper

(usually plural) a measuring tool with two jaws used to measure the distance between them or the dimensions of an object

to caliper

measure the diameter of something with calipers

caliper

Example

The engineer used a digital caliper for precise measurements in the workshop.

The machinist used a caliper to measure the diameter of the metal rod.

Calipers are commonly used in woodworking to take accurate measurements for precise cuts.

She adjusted the caliper to measure the thickness of the paper.

The jeweler relied on calipers to measure the diameter of gemstones for setting into jewelry.

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