Caliper

Word CALIPER
Character 7
Hyphenation N/A
Pronunciations /ˈkælɪpɚ/

Definitions and meanings of "Caliper"

What do we mean by caliper?

An instrument consisting of two hinged legs, used to measure thickness and distances. noun

A large instrument having a fixed and a movable arm on a graduated stock, used for measuring the diameters of logs and similar objects. noun

A vernier caliper. noun

The assembly housing the brake pads in a disc brake. noun

The assembly in certain bicycle brakes that forces the brake pads against the wheel rim. noun

In forestry, an instrument for measuring the diameter of trees or logs. noun

To ascertain the diameter of (any cylindrical body) by means of calipers, or by a star-gage: as, to culiper a gun.

An instrument for measuring diameters; a caliber: commonly in the plural. noun

Uncommon variant of calipers. noun

The part of a disc brake that holds the brake pads. noun

An instrument for measuring the distance between two points (often used in the plural) noun

Measure the diameter of something with calipers verb

(usually plurale tantum) Uncommon variant of calipers.

The part of a disc brake that holds the brake pads.

The most amazing person u will ever meet she will often be smart silent and make guys drool definalty sumone u wanna go out with ; a good moaner Urban Dictionary

A math tool that can be used to measure the depth an width of one's asshole or clit Urban Dictionary

A standard system of measurement for determining if a girls booty is in the correct size range. This is done by placing the tips of your thumbs together and pointing your pinkies straight out to determine if a females butt fits within that size range. This system of measurement can be misleading if you have been drinking and your calipers become more flexible leading to a morning of shame and self-loathing. Urban Dictionary

To meet up and "smash" Urban Dictionary

Synonyms and Antonyms for Caliper

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The word "caliper" in example sentences

Step 5: Now that the brake caliper is removed, unscrew the debris covers, which are over the bolts that secure the brake pads to the caliper, with a flathead screwdriver. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

Carefully remove the caliper from the rotor and hold it in your hand. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

Using stolen alien technology passed down to Fenris by a 12th degree Masonic Knight, this caliper is used to ensure that our artillery cannons are crafted to the highest specifications. ❋ Unknown (2008)

"A caliper is a precision instrument, so what good does it do you if it can't provide you precision?"

Properly called caliper disc brakes: a type of brake that consists of a disc that rotates at wheel speed, straddled by a caliper that can squeeze the surfaces of the disc near its periphery. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The caliper is a two-piece clamshell of forged magnesium. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Maybe on the hand ala X-man Wolverine or on the back of the jersey, using bluetooth to activate the caliper which is powered by... ❋ BikeSnobNYC (2009)

FYI, "caliper" is a measuring tool, usually in the plural -- calipers, like scissors. ❋ Miss Snark (2006)

The 36 isn't new - it appeared in 2008 - but the "caliper" system is quite interesting. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Step 6: Carefully remove both brake pads by wiggling them loose from the brake caliper. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

If you are a U-BILD-IT rifleman who measures his groups with a caliper, get a bolt. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Reinstall the caliper after the new brake pads have been securely attached. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

Then pry the brake pads back (open the caliper up) and pump the brake lever one more time, being sure to hold the lever in. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

I measured the wall thickness with my caliper and the S&B was a little thinner, I forget exactly how much though. ❋ Unknown (2009)

This technique will pop out any bubbles that have lodged themselves behind the caliper pistons during the bleeding process. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

Step 7: Using a small-sized C-clamp, carefully push the piston back into the caliper in order to make room for reinstalling the brake pads. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

Step 4: On most utility models, manufacturers will include a caliper guard that will need to be removed before gaining complete access to the caliper. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

Remove the two slide pin bolts that hold the caliper in position. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

Once the debris covers are removed, the bolts that secure the brake pads to the caliper should be exposed. ❋ Cassandra (2009)

guy 1: man she is such a calip [guy 2] : i couldnt [respond] because i was [drooling] ❋ Fhjalhfuadlkgha (2011)

"Hey I let [Sierra] use by [caliper] today, it has her name engraved [in it] too!" ❋ Black Sensey (2015)

Situation 1: Justin: "I was drinking too much last night and my butt calipers caused me to bring home a heffer." Chris: "[That's unfortunate], you should probably chalk this one up to a [slump buster]" Situation 2: [Samer]: "I saw this girl at the club last night and was so excited when she fit perfectly within my butt calipers. Unfortunately it turns out she was like sixty years old!" Nick: "You still had sex with her didn't you?" Samer: "You're focusing on all the wrong details." ❋ Cmoney55 (2011)

[Hey girl], [come over] and I'll [paint your calipers] ❋ RicoRy (2020)

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