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pitot tube
noun(pi-tot tube)
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,
pitot tube
noun(pi-tot tube)
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,

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