Anemometer
/ˌæn.ɪˈmɒm.ɪ.tər/noun
An instrument for measuring the speed of wind.
Did you know?The word 'anemometer' combines Greek roots meaning 'wind' and 'measure', highlighting humanity's ancient quest to harness nature's forces.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
ἀνεμος (anemos)
“Wind, a powerful and unseen force.”
Ancient Greek
Greek
μετρητής (metretēs)
“Measurer, the one who quantifies or assesses.”
16th Century
Latin
anemometrum
“Instrument for measuring wind, emerging from scientific curiosity.”
17th Century
English
anemometer
“Adopted into English from Latin, referring to a device that measures wind speed.”
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