Found 2 items, similar to tachymeter.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: tachymeter tachymeter n : a theodolite designed for rapid measurements [syn: tacheometer]
English → English (gcide) Definition: Tachymeter Tachymeter \Ta*chym"e*ter\, n. [Tachy- + -meter.] 1. (Surveying) An instrument, esp. a transit or theodolite with stadia wires, for determining quickly the distances, bearings, and elevations of distant objects. [Webster 1913 Suppl.] 2. A speed indicator; a tachometer. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]