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That branch of physics which relates to the determination of the humidity of bodies, particularly of the atmosphere, with the theory and use of the instruments constructed for this purpose.

A kind of metamorphosis, in certain insects, in which the larva itself undergoes remarkable changes of form and structure during its growth.

anything exceeding the ordinary standard. When a man rises beyond six foot, he is an hypermeter. Addison.

Having a redundant syllable; exceeding the common measure. Hypermetrical verse (Gr. & Lat. Pros.), a verse which contains a syllable more than the ordinary measure.

light come to a focus behind the retina; farsightedness; -- called also hyperopia. Cf. Emmetropia.

An instrument for measuring heights by observation of barometric pressure; esp., one for determining heights by ascertaining the boiling point of water. It consists of a vessel for water, with a lamp for heating it, and an inclosed thermometer for showing the temperature of ebullition.

Of or pertaining to hypsometry.

That branch of the science of geodesy which has to do with the measurement of heights, either absolutely with reference to the sea level, or relatively.

Not methodical; without method or systematic arrangement; without order or regularity; confused. Addison.

Without method; confusedly; unsystematically.

Want of method.

To render immethodical; to destroy the method of; to confuse. [R.]

Not metrical or rhythmical. [R.] Chapman.

An apparatus to determine the inclination of the earth's magnetic force to the plane of the horizon; -- called also inclination compass, and dip circle.

An instrument for ascertaining the strength of an indigo solution, as in volumetric analysis. Ure.

The art or method of determining the coloring power of indigo.

An instrument for measuring or ascertaining the degree or rate of electrical induction.

displacements by means of the interference of two beams of light; -- called also refractometer.

Between the metacarpal bones.

Between the metatarsal bones.