Definition

A device used to measure how much sugar is present in a liquid solution.

Example

The scientist used a saccharimeter to determine the sugar content in the juice.

Conversation

Have you ever used a saccharimeter to measure sugar levels?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they're really useful for baking.

Yeah, they help you get the exact concentration you need in a recipe.

That sounds cool! I might need to get one for my next cake.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Saccharimeter → It is formed from "saccharum" (from Latin, meaning sugar) and "-meter" (from Greek "metron", meaning measure). The word "saccharimeter" refers to an instrument used to measure the amount of sugar in a solution.

Memory Tip

Think of 'saccharum' for sugar and '-meter' for measure — a saccharimeter is a device that measures sugar content.

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