Baromotor

/ˈbærəmoʊtər/ noun

A small mechanical device or engine that moves or operates in response to changes in atmospheric pressure.

From baro- (pressure) + -motor (Latin motor 'mover'). A rare scientific term from the late 19th century combining two elements to describe pressure-sensitive mechanical systems.

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