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Pitot

noun
1.
French physicist for whom the Pitot tube was named (1695-1771).  Synonym: Henri Pitot.
2.
Measuring instrument consisting of a right-angled tube with an open end that is directed in opposition to the flow of a fluid and used to measure the velocity of fluid flow.  Synonym: Pitot tube.



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