Etymology

antimeter

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Today it means: A modification of the quadrant, for measuring small angles. Full definition →

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antimeter · noun1

From anti- (“physically opposite”) + -meter (“measuring device”).

antimeter · noun2

From anti- (“opposing counterpart”) + meter (“metrical pattern”).

antimeter · adjective3

From anti- (“against”) + meter (“device for collecting payment”).

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