Aneroidograph

/ænəˈrɔɪdəˌɡræf/ noun

Definition

An aneroid barometer equipped with a recording mechanism that automatically traces pressure changes on paper over time.

Etymology

From 'aneroid' (without liquid pressure gauge) combined with Greek 'graphe' meaning 'to write.' This compound term describes an automatic recording barometer.

Kelly Says

The aneroidograph was the original weather data logger—it continuously drew a line on a rolling drum of paper, creating a permanent record of pressure changes that helped meteorologists predict storms before computers existed.

Related Words

Explore More Words

Get the Word Orb API

Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.