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What words have the suffix meter?

The suffix "-meter" is used to indicate a measuring device or instrument. Here are some common words with the suffix "-meter":

Measuring Devices/Instruments:

* Barometer: Measures atmospheric pressure.

* Hydrometer: Measures the specific gravity of liquids.

* Manometer: Measures pressure differences.

* Odometer: Measures distance travelled.

* Pedometer: Measures steps taken.

* Speedometer: Measures speed.

* Thermometer: Measures temperature.

* Voltmeter: Measures electrical potential difference.

* Ammeter: Measures electrical current.

* Sextant: Measures the angle between two celestial objects.

* Spectrometer: Measures the wavelengths of light.

* Micrometer: Measures very small distances.

* Chronometer: Measures time accurately.

* Altimeter: Measures altitude.

Other Words:

* Diameter: The distance across a circle through its center.

* Perimeter: The total distance around the outside of a shape.

* Kilometer: A unit of distance (1000 meters).

* Meter: A unit of length (3.28 feet).

Note: There are many other words with the suffix "-meter" depending on the specific field of study. For example, you might find words like "audiometer" (used in audiology) or "seismometer" (used in seismology).

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