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protractor

noun

  1. angle measuring instrument
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /pɹəˈtɹæktə(ɹ)/

noun

Etymology: Etymology tree English protract English -or English protractor From protract + -or.

  1. One who, or that which, protracts, or causes protraction.
  2. A circular or semicircular tool for drawing or measuring angles.

    Use a protractor to measure the angle accurately.

    The student forgot to bring her protractor to geometry class.

  3. An instrument formerly used in extracting foreign or offensive matter from a wound.
  4. A muscle that extends an organ or part; opposed to retractor.
  5. An adjustable pattern used by tailors.