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magnetometer

noun

  1. measuring instrument for magnetism
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˌmæɡnɪˈtɒmɪtə/ / /ˌmæɡnɪˈtɑmɪtɚ/

noun

Etymology: From magneto- + -meter.

  1. An instrument used to measure the intensity and direction of a magnetic field, especially at points on the Earth's surface; sometimes used as metal detector.