caliper
/ˈkælɪpɚ/
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Simple Meaning
一种用于测量小物体尺寸或厚度的工具。
When to Use
⚙️Technical💼Workplace English
Upper Intermediate — fluent in familiar topics
Examples in Conversation
“你能把卡尺递给我量一下这根管子吗？”
“机械师用卡尺检查刹车片的厚度。”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
(usually plurale tantum) Uncommon variant of calipers.