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Answer for the clue "Hygrometer that shows variations in the relative humidity of the atmosphere ", 10 letters:
hygroscope

Word definitions for hygroscope in dictionaries

Wiktionary Word definitions in Wiktionary
n. An instrument that indicates changes in atmospheric humidity

The Collaborative International Dictionary Word definitions in The Collaborative International Dictionary
Hygroscope \Hy"gro*scope\, n. [Gr. ? wet + -scope: cf. F. hygroscope.] (Physics) An instrument which shows whether there is more or less moisture in the atmosphere, without indicating its amount.

WordNet Word definitions in WordNet
n. hygrometer that shows variations in the relative humidity of the atmosphere

Usage examples of hygroscope.

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