calliper
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/ˈkælɪpər/
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/ˈkælɪpə(r)/
A tool with two long, thin parts that meet at one end, used to measure the size of round things.
He used callipers to measure the diameter of the pipe.
他用卡尺测量管道的直径。
A device made of metal that helps support weak or injured legs.
The horse had to wear callipers to help its injured leg heal.
这匹马不得不戴上支具,以帮助受伤的腿康复。