Associations to the word «Fathometer»

Wiktionary

FATHOMETER, noun. (nautical) A depth finder that uses sound waves to determine the depth of water.

Dictionary definition

FATHOMETER, noun. Depth finder for determining depth of water or a submerged object by means of ultrasound waves.

Wise words

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