conchometer

conchometer
conchometer
(kɒŋˈkɒmɪtə(r))
[f. as prec. + -meter.]
An instrument for measuring shells and the angles of their spires. Hence conˈchometry.
Webster cites Barnes. in Craig.

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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  • Conchometer — Con*chom e*ter, n. [Conch + meter.] (Zo[ o]l.) An instrument for measuring shells, or the angle of their spire. [1913 Webster] …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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