Definition

Adjective 1. Relating to the measurement of temperature: Describes something that pertains to or is used in the process of measuring temperature. 2. Relating to a thermometer: Describes something that is of, or connected to, a thermometer or its function.

Usage and Examples

• The thermometric properties of the new alloy make it ideal for high-precision sensors.
• Accurate thermometric data is crucial for climate modeling.
• The study focused on the thermometric calibration of the instrument.

Advanced Usage

• Thermometric fluid: A liquid (like mercury or alcohol) or gas used inside a thermometer that expands and contracts with temperature changes.
  • Example: In the reference, helium gas was used as the thermometric fluid.

Variants and Related Words

• Thermometrical (adjective): An alternate, less common form with the same meaning as "thermometric."
• Thermometry (noun): The science and process of measuring temperature.
  • Example: Advances in thermometry have improved weather forecasting.

Synonyms

• Temperature-measuring
• Thermoscopic (relating to the indication of temperature changes)

Notes on Meaning

The word specifically concerns the act of measurement or the instruments used for measurement. It does not describe the heat itself but the process or tools for quantifying it.

Adjective

1. of or relating to thermometry
   • helium gas was the thermometric fluid