multimeter

From multi- + -meter.

• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˈmʌl.ti.mi.tɚ/

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multimeter (plural multimeters)

1. An electronic measuring instrument that combines multiple functions; a combined voltmeter, ammeter and ohmmeter.

   Synonyms: multitester, Avometer, VOM, voltohmmeter

   • 2017 October, “DIGITAL MULTIMETER M-1000E”, in Elenco‎^[1], page 4:

     This meter is a 3½ digit digital multimeter that is rugged, reliable and convenient to use, while providing all of the accuracy and features needed for any application.

   • 2018 January, “Toy Catalog”, in Elenco‎^[2], number 38, page 52:

     A basic hands-on kit that introduces you to good soldering techniques while working on state-of-the-art printed circuit board circuits. You will learn the basics of digital multimeters and circuit troubleshooting.

multimeter c (singular definite multimeteren, plural indefinite multimeterer)

1. multimeter

• “multimeter” in Den Danske Ordbog

Probably borrowed. Equivalent to multi- +‎ meter. This etymology is incomplete. You can help Wiktionary by elaborating on the origins of this term.

• IPA^(key): /ˈmʏl.tiˌmeː.tər/

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• Hyphenation: mul‧ti‧me‧ter

multimeter m (plural multimeters, no diminutive)

1. multimeter