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"Vernier" Definition

noun

A small, movable auxiliary graduated scale attached parallel to a main graduated scale, calibrated to indicate fractional parts of the subdivisions of the larger scale, and used on certain precision instruments to increase accuracy in measurement. Also called vernier scale.
An auxiliary device designed to facilitate fine adjustments or measurements on precision instruments.
A short scale made to slide along the divisions of a graduated instrument for indicating parts of divisions.
A small auxiliary device used with a main device to obtain fine adjustment.
Any of two or more small supplementary rocket engines or gas nozzles on a missile or a rocket vehicle for making fine adjustments in the speed or course or controlling the attitude .

adjective

Of, relating to, or having a vernier.
Having or comprising a vernier.

biographical name

Pierre 1580–1637 Fr. math.

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