pedometer

[ puh-dom-i-ter ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

an instrument worn by a walker or runner for recording the number of steps taken, thereby showing approximately the distance traveled.

pedometer

/ pɪˈdɒmɪtə /

a device containing a pivoted weight that records the number of steps taken in walking and hence the distance travelled

1723; < French pédomètre, equivalent to péd- (learned use of Latin ped- foot (stem of pēs ); pedi- ) + -omètre ( -o-, -meter )

To help increase overall movement throughout the day, most fitness trackers measure total steps taken (similar to a pedometer).

This instrument was no doubt the father of the pedometer and the cyclorama, just as the boy is frequently father to the man.

Frank got rid of two rings, a cheap watch, a pedometer and three of Markhams puzzles.

Distances on land were approximated by means of a pedometer and by rough triangulation.

They also take great care of the pedometer, dusting it, and polishing 17 its metal parts.

A series of cinematograph pictures has been taken of the pedometer at a moment when the children are being measured.

April 25, 2024firkin

[fur-kin ]

Start each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!

By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.

Browse