baroscope

/ˈbɑroˌskōp/

Definitions

1. noun

A hypothetical instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure by observing the height of a column of mercury or another fluid in a barometer.

“The meteorologist used a baroscope to predict the weather forecast for the upcoming week.”

Synonyms

  • altimeter
  • barometer

Antonyms

  • aneroid
  • atmospheric gauge