calipers

[US]/ˈkælɪpərz/
[UK]/ˈkælɪˌpɛrz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A measuring instrument with two hinged arms that can be adjusted to measure the distance between opposite sides of an object.
v.To measure something using calipers.

Phrases & Collocations

digital calipers

calipers measurement

calipers tool

calipers reading

calipers adjustment

calipers accuracy

calipers set

calipers use

calipers calibration

calipers design

Example Sentences

he used calipers to measure the thickness of the metal sheet.

the engineer checked the dimensions with a pair of calipers.

calipers are essential tools in mechanical engineering.

make sure the calipers are calibrated before use.

he prefers digital calipers for their accuracy.

calipers can measure both internal and external dimensions.

she took the calipers out of the toolbox to start her project.

using calipers, he was able to achieve precise measurements.

calipers are often used in woodworking for accurate cuts.

he learned how to read the scale on the calipers.

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