Metrology

Pronunciation: /ˈmɛˌtɹoʊlədʒi/

Metrology (noun)

  1. The science of measuring things accurately, including how to set standards and check that results are reliable.
  2. Work that compares measuring tools with approved standards and adjusts them so measurements match agreed values.

Examples

  • Metrology helps scientists measure accurately in experiments.
  • Metrology is used to improve the accuracy of measurements.