cal|i|per

cal|i|per
cal|i|per «KAL uh puhr», noun, verb.
–n.
1. diameter; thickness, breadth; caliber: »

Both the glazed and unglazed types are made in many calipers for an almost incredibly varied range of applications (London Times).

2. = calipers. (Cf.calipers)
3. Also, caliper splint. a metal support for a broken or deformed leg.
–v.t.
to measure with calipers.
–v.i.
to use calipers. Also, calliper.
[variant of caliber]

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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