densimeter

/ˈdɛnsɪmɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A device used to measure the density of a substance, especially a gas or liquid.

“The scientist used a densimeter to determine the density of the new gas.”

2. noun

A device used to measure the density of a substance, especially in terms of the mass per unit volume.

“The laboratory used a densimeter to measure the density of the samples.”

Synonyms

  • density meter
  • pycnometer

Antonyms

  • dilutometer