MINIMETER
\mˈɪnɪmˌiːtə], \mˈɪnɪmˌiːtə], \m_ˈɪ_n_ɪ_m_ˌiː_t_ə]\
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An instrument for measuring minims, invented by Mr. Alsop. It consists of a glass tube, graduated from the conical point into minims; and having a piston, by the elevation of which, fluid may be drawn into the tube, and by its depression be forced from it.
By Robley Dunglison
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