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Pitot tube

noun
1.
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.  Synonym: Pitot.
2.
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-static tube, Pitot head.





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