What is another word for tensiometer?
Pronunciation: [tˌɛnsɪˈɒmɪtə] (IPA) 
A tensiometer is a device used to measure the tension or pressure of fluids or gases. There are several synonyms for the word "tensiometer," such as tensimeter, tension gauge, pressure gauge, manometer, barometer, and pressure meter. Manometer is used to measure the pressure of gases, while barometer is used only for atmospheric pressure. Pressure gauge and pressure meter are more generic terms and can refer to any device used to measure pressure. Tensimeter and tension gauge are more specific and are mostly used to measure the tension in liquids. Regardless of the word used, all these tools have their particular specialty.
