magnetometer: Meaning and Definition of

mag•ne•tom•e•ter

Pronunciation: (mag"ni-tom'i-tur), [key]
— n.
  1. an instrument for measuring the intensity of a magnetic field, esp. the earth's magnetic field.
  2. an instrument for detecting the presence of ferrous or magnetic materials, esp. one used to detect concealed weapons at airports.
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