Meaning & Definition of word "Speedometer"
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Speedometer
/spiˈdɒmɪtə/
noun:
- 1. An instrument used to measure the speed of a vehicle.
- Example: The speedometer on my car showed that I was driving at 65 miles per hour.
- 2. A device that indicates the speed at which a vehicle is moving.
- Example: She glanced at the speedometer to ensure she was not exceeding the speed limit.
- 3. A gauge in a vehicle that helps the driver maintain a proper speed.
- Example: Before entering the highway, he checked the speedometer to set a steady pace.
Etymology
The word 'speedometer' is derived from the words 'speed' and 'meter', where 'meter' comes from Greek 'metron' (measure).
Common Phrases and Expressions
over the speed limit:
Driving faster than the legally allowed speed.
speed trap:
A place where police monitor the speed of vehicles to catch speeding drivers.
slow down:
To reduce speed.
Related Words
odometer:
An instrument for measuring the distance traveled by a vehicle.
tachometer:
An instrument for measuring the speed of rotation of an engine.
dashboard:
The panel in front of a driver, displaying various instruments including the speedometer.
Slang Meanings of speedometer
Meaning: The speed dial
Example Sentence: I glanced at the speed dial to see how fast we were going.
Meaning: The needle
Example Sentence: I watched the needle on the speedometer jump as we accelerated.