What does barometer mean?

an instrument that measures air pressure something that indicates changes in a situation or condition

How is barometer pronounced?

UK /bəˈrɒmɪtə/, US /bəˈrɑːmɪtər/.

/bəˈrɒmɪtə/ · /bəˈrɑːmɪtər/

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气压计

n. an instrument that measures air pressure

气压计

n. something that indicates changes in a situation or condition

变化的指标；晴雨表

We checked the barometer before sailing across the bay.

我们驾船横渡海湾前查看了气压计。

Consumer confidence is often regarded as a useful barometer of a country's overall economic health.

消费者信心常被视为衡量一国整体经济健康状况的有效指标。

比喻某种状况的指标时，常用a barometer of。

What does barometer mean?: an instrument that measures air pressure something that indicates changes in a situation or condition
How is barometer pronounced?: UK /bəˈrɒmɪtə/, US /bəˈrɑːmɪtər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.