pneumatometer (ˌnjuːməˈtɒmɪtə) ![]() | |
| —n | |
| Compare spirometer an instrument for measuring the pressure exerted by air being inhaled or exhaled during a single breath | |
| pneuma'tometry | |
| —n | |
| 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 chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
pneumatometer pneu·ma·tom·e·ter (n&oomacr;'mə-tŏm'ĭ-tər, ny&oomacr;'-)
n.
An instrument for measuring the force or volume of inspiration or expiration in the lungs.