gonio'metrically
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goniometer (ˌɡəʊnɪˈɒmɪtə) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | an instrument for measuring the angles between the faces of a crystal |
| 2. | an instrument consisting of a transformer circuit connected to two directional aerials, used to determine the bearing of a distant radio station |
| [C18: via French from Greek gōnia angle] | |
| goniometric | |
| —adj | |
| gonio'metrical | |
| —adj | |
| gonio'metrically | |
| —adv | |
| goni'ometry | |
| —n | |
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Gonio'metrically
is always a great word to know.
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| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal. |
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