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Record 1 2012-03-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Measuring Instruments (Engineering)
  • Hand Tools
DEF

An instrument with two legs or jaws that can be adjusted for measuring linear dimensions, thickness, or diameter.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Instruments de mesure (Ingénierie)
  • Outillage à main
DEF

Compas à branches courtes utilisé pour mesurer l'épaisseur d'un corps quelconque.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Instrumentos de medida (Ingeniería)
  • Herramientas manuales
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