microcaliper

microcaliper

English

Etymology

micro- +‎ caliper

Noun

microcaliper (plural microcalipers)

1. A very small caliper
   • 2015 August 29, “The Inhibitory Effects of Low-Dose Ionizing Radiation in IgE-Mediated Allergic Responses”, in PLOS ONE‎, DOI:10.1371/journal.pone.0136394:

     After 24 h, the thicknesses of the ear and hind paw were measured using a digital microcaliper.