Geiger counter
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Gei·ger counter
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Definition of Geiger counter
: an instrument for detecting the presence and intensity of radiations (such as cosmic rays or particles from a radioactive substance) by means of their ionizing effect on an enclosed gas which results in a pulse that is amplified and fed to a device giving a visible or audible indication
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Geiger counter
noun
English Language Learners Definition of Geiger counter
: an instrument used for finding and measuring radioactivity
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Geiger counter
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Gei·ger counter
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Kids Definition of Geiger counter
: an instrument for detecting the presence of cosmic rays or radioactive substances
Geiger counter
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Gei·ger count·er
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Medical Definition of Geiger counter
: an instrument for detecting the presence and intensity of radiations (as cosmic rays or particles from a radioactive substance) by means of the ionizing effect on an enclosed gas which results in a pulse that is amplified and fed to a device giving a visible or audible indication