TERMIUM Plus®

The Government of Canada’s terminology and linguistic data bank.

HYGROMETRY [1 record]

Record 1 2015-03-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Physics
  • Meteorology
  • Scientific Measurements and Analyses
DEF

A branch of physics [and meteorology] that deals with the [study and] measurement of humidity especially of the atmosphere.

OBS

Accurate measurement and control of the humidity of a gas or combination of gases, such as the Earth's atmosphere.

OBS

The Oxford (source code: OXENG) gives the indication that "hydroscopy" is a synonymous term for "hygrometry", but it gives a slightly different definition for "hygroscopy", as follows: The observation of the humidity of the air or other substance.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique
  • Météorologie
  • Mesures et analyse (Sciences)
DEF

Branche de la [physique et de la] météorologie qui traite de l'étude et de la mesure de l'humidité.

OBS

Selon le Grand Robert (code ROBER), le terme «hygrométrie» désigne aussi la teneur en vapeur d'eau d'un gaz, en particulier de l'atmosphère.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Física
  • Meteorología
  • Medición y análisis (Ciencias)
DEF

Rama de la física que se ocupa de determinar el grado de humedad en la atmósfera.

Save record 1

Copyright notice for the TERMIUM Plus® data bank

© Public Services and Procurement Canada, 2024
TERMIUM Plus®, the Government of Canada's terminology and linguistic data bank
A product of the Translation Bureau

Features

Language Portal of Canada

Access a collection of Canadian resources on all aspects of English and French, including quizzes.

Writing tools

The Language Portal’s writing tools have a new look! Easy to consult, they give you access to a wealth of information that will help you write better in English and French.

Glossaries and vocabularies

Access Translation Bureau glossaries and vocabularies.

Date Modified: