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pitot tube meaning and definition
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Definition of Pitot tube (noun)
- measuring instrument consisting of a right-angled tube with an open end that is directed in opposition to the flow of a fluid and used to measure the velocity of fluid flow
- synonyms: Pitot
- measuring instrument consisting of a combined Pitot tube and static tube that measures total and static pressure; used in aircraft to measure airspeed
- synonyms: Pitot head, Pitot-static tube
Source: Princeton University Wordnet