Geiger

[gahy-ger]

noun

1. Hans 1882–1947, German physicist.

Geiger

/ ˈɡaɪɡə /

noun

1. Hans (hans). 1882–1945, German physicist: developed the Geiger counter

Geiger

1. German physicist who was a pioneer in nuclear physics. He invented numerous instruments and techniques used to detect charged particles, including the Geiger counter (1908).

Example Sentences

When they opened the double door to the building, the Geiger–Müller counter they were carrying to measure radiation maxed out and they had to abandon their task.

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Also canned food, bottled water, guns, and Geiger counters to measure radiation.

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Along with the professional frustrations came “a nuclear explosion of a breakup” with a fellow songwriter, Teddy Geiger.

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The big question will be whether the company provides guidance for the next fiscal year, Geiger added.

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A bucket of radioactive uranium ore sets a Geiger counter wailing.

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