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outside caliper
noun
- a caliper whose legs turn inward so that it can measure outside dimensions, as the diameter of a rod.
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins
Origin of outside caliper1
First recorded in 1870–75
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Example Sentences
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The end faces of outside calipers should be curved in their widths, as in Fig.
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These are known as inside or outside calipers, depending upon the measurements they are intended to take.
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Back, tee and centering square; bevels, spirit level, inside and outside calipers, straight edges, rules and surface plates p.
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A pair of outside calipers form an excellent example in vice work.
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If the joints of outside calipers are well made the calipers may upon small work be closed upon the work as in Fig.
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