Stadimeter

Stadimeter
Stadimeter Sta*dim"e*ter (st[.a]*d[i^]m"[-e]*t[~e]r), n. [Stadium + -meter.] A horizontal graduated bar mounted on a staff, used as a stadium, or telemeter, for measuring distances. [1913 Webster]

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