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Meaning of nonius | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
ˈnəʊnɪəs

Definitions

A device for adjusting the accuracy of mathematical instruments, later superseded by the vernier.

Equivalents

Deutsch Nonius
Español nonio nonius
Français nonius
Italiano nonio
Português nônio

Examples

“Well, of course, one must manipulate the various Screw-Settings precisely, read the Nonius, and an hundred other details besides I’d but bore you with,—”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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See also

nonivamide nonjewelry nonjob nonjogger nonjoinder nonjoiner

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