crescograph

/ˈkrɛskroʊɡræf/

Definitions

1. noun

An instrument used to measure the rate of growth or change in the amplitude of sound waves.

“The musician used a crescograph to analyze the dynamics of the symphony.”

2. noun

A device for measuring the rate of change or growth in a physical quantity.

“Researchers used a crescograph to monitor the increase in the population of the endangered species.”

Synonyms

  • amplimeter
  • oscillograph
  • sound level meter

Antonyms

  • decibel reducer
  • sound absorber