noun

dosimeter

dosimeter, radiation badge

Nuclear plant workers must wear a dosimeter.

Nuclear plant workers must wear a dosimeter.

The dosimeter measures exposure to radiation.

The dosimeter measures exposure to radiation.

to wear a dosimeter All staff in this area must wear a dosimeter.

Synonyms: radiation detector, radiation badge

A combination of 'dose' and 'meter' (a measuring device). Literally, a 'dose-measurer'.

Break it down: 'dosi-' (from dose) + 'meter' (measure). It's a device that measures a dose of radiation.

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