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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

refractometer

/ˌrɛfræk.təˈmɛtər/ noun · British & US
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What does refractometer mean?

noun

An instrument used to measure the refractive index of a substance, typically by measuring the bending of light as it passes through the substance.

Example

"The scientist used a refractometer to determine the sugar content of the fruit juice."

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