torsion balance

Noun

Meaning

torsion balance (plural torsion balances)

A scientific instrument for measuring very weak forces, having a delicate horizontal bar or needle suspended by fine thread or wire.

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Hypernyms

measuring device measuring instrument measuring system

Close letter words and terms

torsiometer torsion torsion angle torsion bar torsion bars torsion catapult