refractometry

re·frac·tom·e·ter

R r

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [ree-frak-tom-i-ter]
- /ˌri frækˈtɒm ɪ tər/
- /rɪfrəktˈɒmətri/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ree-frak-tom-i-ter]
- /ˌri frækˈtɒm ɪ tər/

Definition of refractometry word

noun refractometry an instrument for determining the refractive index of a substance. 1

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Origin of refractometry

First appearance:

before 1875

One of the 25% newest English words

First recorded in 1875-80; refract + -o- + -meter

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Parts of speech for Refractometry

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refractometry popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 46% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for refractometry

noun refractometry

actinism — that property of ultraviolet light, X-rays, or other radiations, by which chemical changes are produced
cathode ray — a flow of electrons emanating from a cathode in a vacuum tube and focused into a narrow beam.
cathode rays — a stream of electrons emitted from the surface of a cathode in a valve
fluoroscope — a tube or box fitted with a screen coated with a fluorescent substance, used for viewing objects, especially deep body structures, by means of x-ray or other radiation.
encephalogram — An image, trace, or other record of the structure or electrical activity of the brain.

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