altigraph

The pilot checks the altigraph during the flight.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A recording altimeter: "altigraph" refers to an instrument that automatically records altitude changes, typically used in aviation or meteorology to provide a continuous graph of altitude over time.
   • Specialized barometric device: It is a type of barometer that measures and records altitude based on atmospheric pressure variations, often used in aircraft or weather balloons.

Usage Examples

• (A device that records altitude changes during flight.)
• (The recorded altitude information from the instrument.)

Advanced Usage

• "to read an altigraph": to interpret the graphical output from the device.
  • The pilot learned how to read the altigraph to track altitude fluctuations. (Understand the recorded chart.)
• "altigraph trace": the line or pattern drawn by the altigraph on paper or digitally.
  • The altigraph trace showed a steady climb to 10,000 feet. (The recorded line indicating altitude changes.)

Variants and Related Words

• Altimeter (n): an instrument for measuring altitude, but without recording capability.
  • The hiker used an altimeter to check his elevation. (A simple device for current altitude reading.)
• Altigraphy (n): the practice or technique of recording altitude using an altigraph.
  • Altigraphy is essential for precise flight data analysis. (The method of altitude recording.)

Synonyms

• Recording altimeter: a direct synonym emphasizing the recording function.
• Altitude recorder: a general term for any device that records altitude.

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