seismometer noun. [sʌɪz'mɒmɪtǝ] M19.
[from SEISMO- + -METER.]
An instrument for measuring the intensity, direction, and duration of earthquakes; a seismograph.

■ seismometric [-'mɛtrɪk] adjective of or pertaining to seismometry or a seismometer M19.

■ seismo'metrical adjective = seismometric L19.

■ seismometry noun the scientific recording and analysis of earthquakes and other movements of the earth, esp. with a seismometer M19.

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