clinometer
/klaɪˈnɑːmɪtər/
noun
- An instrument used for measuring the angle of a slope or incline, such as a hill or a roof.
- The hiker used a clinometer to measure the steepness of the mountain trail.
- In geology class, we used a clinometer to find the angle of a rock layer.
- Engineers checked the roof's pitch with a clinometer to ensure proper drainage.
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