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Meaning of durometer | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

An instrument used to measure the hardness or stiffness of a material, especially of an elastomer, such as rubber. A simple durometer consists of a movable tip on a spring with a dial gauge.
The measurement of the hardness or stiffness of a material, especially of plastic or rubber.

Examples

“She tested the sample with a durometer to verify its consistency.”

“They specified a 70 durometer polyurethane.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

durometry Duron durood durophage durophagy duroquinol