Voltmeter

usgb/ˈvəʊltmiːtər/
noun

A tool that measures the amount of electrical pressure, or voltage, in an electrical circuit.

The technician used a voltmeter to measure the voltage in the circuit.
Visual representation of "voltmeter" - A tool that measures the amount of electrical pressure, or voltage, in an electrical circuit.

Often appears as...

  • connect a voltmeter
  • digital voltmeter

Usage tips

Technical

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Measurement Device

Voltmeter is specifically for measuring electrical voltage, not current or resistance.

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Make sure to use a voltmeter for voltage, not to check the current.
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Technical Context

Voltmeters are used in technical or scientific settings, usually by professionals or students.

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During the lab, students used a voltmeter to learn about electrical circuits.
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Digital vs. Analog

Digital voltmeters give numerical readings, analog ones use a moving pointer over a scale.

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He preferred a digital voltmeter for its easy-to-read display.
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