An instrument used to measure the specific gravity or density of liquids, also called a hydrometer.
From Latin 'areae' (thin, rarefied) or Greek 'aero-' (air) combined with '-meter' (measure). The term emerged in the 18th century as precision instruments for measuring liquid properties.
Wine makers and brewers use areometers constantly—by floating one in their product, they instantly know how much sugar is converting to alcohol, which tells them exactly when fermentation is complete. It's a simple tool but incredibly powerful.
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