Definition
calipering
verb
- measuring the thickness, diameter, or distance between two points using calipers
Usage: present participle of caliper; common in manufacturing, engineering, and quality control
noun
- the act or process of measuring with calipers
Usage: gerund form; technical/industrial context
Examples
- The technician was calipering the metal rod to ensure it met specifications.
- Calipering the brake rotor revealed it was worn beyond the acceptable limit.
- Quality control involves calipering each component before assembly.
- He spent the morning calipering various parts on the production line.
- Precise calipering is essential in aerospace manufacturing.
- The engineer recommended calipering the shaft at multiple points.