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medidor
[mə.di.ˈdoɾ]
noun
masculine
pl: medidores
meter
1.
A device or instrument used to measure or quantify something
The water meter measures consumption.
O medidor de água mede o consumo.
2.
A person who measures or takes measurements
The surveyor acts as a measurer of land.
O topógrafo atua como medidor de terras.
3.
Specifically, a utility meter for measuring electricity, gas, or water consumption
The electric meter is located on the side of the house.
O medidor de eletricidade fica na lateral da casa.
Synonyms
contador
aparelho de medição
instrumento de medida
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
medidor
Standard term for utility meters and measuring devices
Portugal
contador
More commonly used for electricity and gas meters in Portugal
São Paulo
medidor
Standard usage, especially for water and electricity meters
Related Idioms & Phrases
medidor de luz (electricity meter)
medidor de gás (gas meter)
medidor de água (water meter)
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