Pitot-tube Synonyms
pētō, pē-tō
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
(Noun)
Synonyms:
- pitot
Measuring instrument consisting of a combined Pitot tube and static tube that measures total and static pressure; used in aircraft to measure airspeed
(Noun)
Synonyms:
- pitot-static tube
- pitot-head