Definition

Related to a device used to measure the pressure of fluids, especially water in the ground.

Example

The piezometric level indicates how much pressure is present in the aquifer.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a piezometric well?

Yeah, I think it measures water pressure in aquifers, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how they can tell so much from those measurements.

It really is! I’d love to learn more about how they work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Piezometric → It is formed from "piez" (from Greek "piezein", meaning to press) and "metric" (from Greek "metron", meaning measure). The word piezometric refers to the measurement of pressure in fluids, particularly in relation to groundwater levels.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pressing' ('piez') to measure something ('metric') — that's how piezometric relates to measuring pressure.

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