protractor

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protractor
n. semi-circular instrument for plotting and measuring angles

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Protractor
A protractor is a measuring instrument, typically made of transparent plastic or glass, for measuring angles. Most protractors measure angles in degrees (°). Radian-scale protractors measure angles in radians. Most protractors are divided into 180 equal parts.

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protractor

Noun
1. drafting instrument used to draw or measure angles
(hypernym) drafting instrument


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protractor
n. úhloměr

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Protractor
(n.)
One who, or that which, protracts, or causes protraction.
  
 
(n.)
An instrument formerly used in extracting foreign or offensive matter from a wound.
  
 
(n.)
An adjustable pattern used by tailors.
  
 
(n.)
A muscle which extends an organ or part; -- opposed to retractor.
  
 
(n.)
A mathematical instrument for laying down and measuring angles on paper, used in drawing or in plotting. It is of various forms, semicircular, rectangular, or circular.
  

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