tightnessgauge
nounUK /ˈtaɪtnəs ɡeɪdʒ/
US /ˈtaɪtnəs ɡeɪdʒ/
A tool that shows how tight or loose something is.
The mechanic used a tightnessgauge to check the bolts on the wheel.
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2. A device that measures how tightly a lid or cap is sealed.
The factory uses a tightnessgauge to make sure every jar is sealed properly.
3. An instrument that checks the fit of clothing or fabric.
The tailor used a tightnessgauge to see if the jacket was too snug.
4. A sensor that measures how firmly a rope or cable is pulled.
Before the climb, they checked the tightnessgauge on the safety rope.