tachymeter

American  

[ta-kim-i-ter, tuh-] / tæˈkɪm ɪ tər, tə- /

noun

Surveying.

1. any of several instruments for rapidly determining distances, directions, and differences of elevation.

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tachymeter British  

/ tæˈkɪmɪtə /

noun

1. another name for tacheometer

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Other Word Forms

• tachymetry noun

Etymology

Origin of tachymeter

First recorded in 1855–60; tachy- + -meter

Example Sentences

On the flange, the tachymeter scale enables speeds to be calculated, while the word “tachymeter” is written in bright orange.

From Forbes

This vintage-inspired automatic chronograph is crowned by a bright blue dial punctuated by vintage-style fonts and white scales emphasizing its old-school tachymeter, which can be used in conjunction with the chronograph to measure distances.

From Forbes

This is distinctly obvious in the white dial embellished with old-style fonts, red scales emphasizing the old-school tachymeter, and green minute circle – these colors honoring, of course, the Italian flag.

From Forbes