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rain gage

 

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Noun rain gage has 1 sense
  1. rain gauge, rain gage, pluviometer, udometer - gauge consisting of an instrument to measure the quantity of precipitation
    --1 is a kind of gauge, gage

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Rain Gauge

A rain gauge, also known as a pluviometer, is an instrument used to measure the amount of precipitation (rainfall) in a particular area over a specific period of time. It is commonly used in meteorology, agriculture, and hydrology to monitor and analyze rainfall patterns.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun

a) Instrument to Measure Rainfall: A rain gauge is a cylindrical or funnel-shaped device placed outdoors to collect and measure rainwater. It typically consists of a graduated tube or container that indicates the amount of rainfall in inches or millimeters.

Sample Sentence: I placed the rain gauge in my backyard to keep track of the rainfall measurements in my area.

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